Police got balance right in handling coronation protesters, minister insists

The Metropolitan Police faced criticism after making 52 arrests throughout the King’s coronation day.

Sophie Wingate
Sunday 07 May 2023 16:18 BST
King Charles's coronation: Anti-monarchy protesters arrested in London

Police got the “balance right” between allowing protest and enjoyment of the King’s coronation, the culture secretary has said.

Lucy Frazer defended the Metropolitan Police after the force was heavily criticised by MPs and human rights groups over dozens of arrests.

The chief executive of anti-monarchy group Republic, who was among 52 people arrested on Saturday, was released after nearly 16 hours in police custody.

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