Force likely to allow Gaza demonstration near Broadcasting House following criticism from MPs and campaign groups

The Met Police appear set to reverse a controversial move to block a protest outside the BBC over reporting on Gaza this Saturday.

The demonstration, organised by the PalestineSolidarity Campaign, Stop the War and other anti-war groups, had been challenged by Jewish figures including the Chief Rabbi for taking place near to the Central Synagogue London on the Jewish day of rest, Shabbat. It is a four minute walk from the BBC’s HQ, New Broadcasting House in Westminster, though not directly on the planned march route.