Anti-racism protestors outnumber anti-immigration protestors in Ipswich town centre rally
Anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters gathered in Ipswich town centre on Saturday, with the latter outnumbering the former by five-to-one.
The big picture: A planned anti-immigration protest drew a larger counter-demonstration from anti-racism protestors to Ipswich Town Hall on Saturday, 28th September.
Why it matters: Public demonstrations like these reflect ongoing debates about immigration in Ipswich and across the UK. They highlight the differing views within our community on a national issue that has local implications.
By the numbers: Twenty pro-immigration protestors, including members of the Ipswich Anti-Racism Coalition, outnumbered the four anti-immigration protestors, Union Jack and handwritten "Save our culture" poster in hand, by five-to-one.
A peaceful protest: The protests appeared peaceful, with no reports of trouble confirmed by Police at the time of writing.
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