September 13 London protests: What time do Tommy Robinson and Stand Up to Racism rallies start today?

Start times for Stand Up to Racism and Tommy Robinson protests in London today.

Thousands of protesters are expected to gather in London today (September 13).

Stand Up to Racism's counter protest will kick off at midday from Russell Square. placeholder image
Stand Up to Racism's counter protest will kick off at midday from Russell Square. | Getty Images

Two major rallies will take place in central London, from opposing ends of the political spectrum.

Former English Defence League (EDL) leader Tommy Robinson will lead the UK’s ‘biggest free speech’ rally through central London.

While Stand Up to Racism will lead a ‘peaceful’ counter protest through the streets of the capital. The two marches will converge in Whitehall in the afternoon for speeches.

Both march leaders have asked protesters to ensure the marches remain ‘peaceful.’ We have asked Met Police what provisions have been made to prevent disruption.

Here are the start times for today’s protests in London.

What time do protests start in London today?

Tommy Robinson’s free speech rally will start at 11:30am in Southwark and will then march to Whitehall.

Meanwhile, Stand Up to Racism’s counter-protest will launch from Russell Square at midday (12pm).

London is likely to be very busy on Saturday (13th September) as a result of the protests.

Protesters taking part in Tommy Robinson’s London September 13 protest have been advised to travel into London via London Bridge, Southwark or Blackfriars stations.

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