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Security Alert: London (UK), Demonstrations Planned for September 17

 

Location: London, United Kingdom

Media and the Metropolitan Police   report planned demonstrations are expected in London on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.

U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid areas of demonstrations and always exercise caution within the vicinity of demonstrations or if caught in a demonstration. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate to violence. Do not attempt to drive or walk through a demonstration. Road closures and transportation services may be impacted – U.S. citizens are encouraged to monitor local transportation information (such as Transport for London  ) and coordinate travel routes accordingly.

Planned demonstrations include, but are not limited to:

LONDON
Date: Wednesday, September 17
Time: 1400 anticipated start time
Route: BBC Broadcasting House, Portland Place to Parliament Square
Number of participants: Expected to be large

Actions to Take:

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy London, United Kingdom
33 Nine Elms Lane
London, UK SW11 7US
+44 (0) 207-499-9000
from U.S.: 011 44 (0)20 7499-9000
SCSLondon@state.gov
https://uk.usembassy.gov/  

Consulate General Belfast
+44 (0) 28 9038-6100
ConsularBelfast@state.gov

U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh
+44 (0) 131 556-8315
EdinburghConsular@state.gov

State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

United Kingdom Country Information  

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