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Protesters March in London to Oppose the Rise of Political Right
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 28, 2026
2 min readLast updated: March 28, 2026
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Around March 28, 2026, approximately 30,000 people marched through central London in a ‘March to Stop the Far Right’ protest against Reform UK’s surge in the polls, with backing from trade unions and civil society groups.
Tens of Thousands March in London to Oppose Rise of Political Right
Mass Protest in Central London Against Far Right
LONDON, March 28 (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of central London on Saturday for a "March to Stop the Far Right" with many demonstrators decrying the right-wing Reform UK party of Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage, which is topping opinion polls.
Support and Organization
Backed by trade unions and civil society groups, the Together Alliance demonstration looked set to be one of the biggest in the British capital in recent years with about 30,000 people expected to take part, according to a police official.
Demonstrators and Symbols
As well as placards opposing Reform UK and its anti-immigration stance, some Iranian flags were held aloft along with pro-Palestinian flags and banners. The march was due to end close to the British parliament building.
Political Context and Participation
Reform leads the Labour Party of Prime Minister Keir Starmer as well as the other traditional British political parties, according to opinion polls. Zach Polanski, leader of the Green Party which is also challenging Labour, joined Saturday's march.
Reporting Credits
(Reporting by Yann Tessier; Writing by William Schomberg; Editing by Joe Bavier)
Key Takeaways
- •An estimated 30,000 protesters demonstrated in London opposing Reform UK’s rising prominence, particularly its anti‑immigration stance and Brexit legacy.
- •Recent polling shows Reform UK holding a sustained lead over Labour of roughly 7 points in early to mid‑March 2026.
- •The Green Party, led by Zach Polanski, has gained momentum, notably winning the Gorton and Denton by‑election and boosting its vote share in national polls.
Frequently Asked Questions about Protesters march in London to oppose the rise of political right
1What was the purpose of the protest in London?
The protest aimed to oppose the rise of the political right and specifically targeted the Reform UK party and its anti-immigration stance.
2How many people participated in the March to Stop the Far Right?
Around 30,000 people were expected to participate according to police estimates.
3Where did the protest take place and end?
The march took place in central London and was due to end near the British parliament building.
4Who backed the Together Alliance protest?
The protest was backed by trade unions and civil society groups.
