A protest was held at the Russian Embassy in London in support of two anti-fascist activists who are in custody in Moscow for their involvement protesting against the proposed Moscow to Saint Petersburg highway. London, United Kingdom, 20/09/2010

Over one hundred members of Muslims Against the Crusades, led by Anjem Choudary gathered on Duke of Wellington Place to protest against the Pope as he traveled through Wellington Arch to a vigil in Hyde Park. London, United Kingdom, 18/09/2010.

Over ten thousand people came to protest against the Pope in London today. Starting from Hyde Park Corner, the march went via Piccadilly Circus to Downing Street where there was a huge rally. London, UK. 18/09/2010.

The IWW (Industrial Workers of the World), activists from labour unions, demonstrated outside the offices of London & Regional Properties in support of Swedish S.A.C. cleaning staff that have been mistreated. London, UK. 17/09/2010.

London's Burmese population demonstrated outside their embassy on the 22nd anniversary of General Saw Maung's military coup in the country. They were also protesting against the upcoming 'sham' elections. London, UK. 17/09/2010.

A small group of 'Muslims Against the Crusades' commemorated the attacks 9 years ago today on the World Trade Center in New York by burning a flag in front of the US Embassy with a heavy police presence monitoring. London, United Kingdom 11/09/2010.

About 200 members of the English Defence League gathered at a pub by Bond Street tube before demonstrating against fundamental Islam on the anniversary of 9/11, marching to the American and Saudi Arabian Embassies. London, United Kingdom, 11/09/2010.

On the day that Tony Blair cancelled his book signing event in London, activists scaled the scaffolding on the Houses of Parliament to make a banner drop following a diversion tactic employed at the front gates. London, UK. 08/09/2010

Unite Against Fascism (UAF) officer Martin Smith attended court today near Clapham Junction, as he has been charged with assaulting a police officer during a protest against Nick Griffin on Question Time. London, United Kingdom, 07/09/2010.

Londoners and Palestinians gathered on Al Quds Day, an annual event opposing Israel's control and occupation of Jerusalem. The English Defence League held a counter protest on Park Lane near the Hilton Hotel. London, UK. 04/09/2010.

Members of the Campaign Against Climate change gathered at City Airport calling for an end to domestic flights whilst also being against airport expansion. London, United Kingdom, 04/09/2010.

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On Dissident Island's third birthday the crew brought a nice mixed bag of happenings from the UK and beyond.

In the History corner this week we have Martyn Everett discussing the life and work of revolutionary Frechwoman Louise Michel.

We hear about the upcoming anniversary of Sean Rigg's death in police custody as well as some of the inspirational and defiant speeches from last week's vigi…

The Foundry in London's trendy Shoreditch shutdown on May 30th to make way for a luxury hotel. A group of squatters occupied the building in protest against the gentrification of the area and plan to resist the eviction. London, UK. 28/06/10

The squatters are now under threat of eviction, with bailiffs scheduled to arrive on Monday morning to clear the building for demolition. They say that…

Over 3000 people descended on Downing Street and closed off Whitehall. The march on the Israeli Embassy began at 1400 hours. London, United Kingdom, 05/06/2010.

Over 200 Zionists gathered near the Israeli Embassy to counter demonstrations by the Palestinian people and defend Israel's raid on the Gaza flotilla. Members of the English Defence League also attended the rally. London, United Kingdom, 03/05/2010.

Despite the torrential rain a few hundred protesters gathered on Kensington Road opposite the Israeli embassy still outraged over the murderous activities of the Israeli Navy Seals. London, United Kingdom, 01/06/2010.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators descended on the Israeli embassy after the Israeli armed forces murdered 19 people on an aid boat travelling to Gaza. London, United Kingdom, 31/05/2010.

Hundreds of people swamped Downing Street following attack by Israel killing at least ten on the 'Free Gaza Flotilla' which was carrying constructions supplies, medical aid and school books to Gaza. London, United Kingdom, 31/05/2010.

Protesters demonstrated outside the Malawi High Commission in London today in a show of solidarity for Malawian prisoners Steven Monjeza and Tiwonge Chimbalanga. London, UK. 29/05/2010.

A number of different protest groups gathered on Parliament Square during the State opening this morning. London, United Kingdom, 25/05/2010.

Power 2010 joined with other organisations in Trafalgar Square in order to take back Parliament, with many people with wearing purple and carrying purple banners - the colour of democracy. London, United Kingdom, 08/05/2010.

The feud between the two camps continues at the democracy village in parliament square. I interviewed campaigner Charity Sweet to clarify the situation on the day that England woke up to a hung parliament. London United kIngdom, 07/05/2010.

A number of Greeks gathered outside their embassy in Holland Park to show solidarity and strength for the Greek people and the protests that have been continuously waged on the streets regarding the austerity measures. London, United Kingdom, 05/05/2010.

Thousands of people took to the streets of London for International Worker's Day starting from Clerkenwell Green, whilst many turned out to attend the Mayday Meltdown organised by the same people as the G20 demonstration last year. The four horsemen of the apocalypse converged on Parliament square, from different locations carrying effigies of Griffin, Clegg, Cameron and Brown. They were then…

Around 100 supporters of the March for England campaign took to the streets of Brighton to celebrate St. George's Day at noon, after gathering at the train station. Brighton, England, 25/04/2010.

At least 2,000 people took to the streets of London after meeting at Cavendish Square in strength and unity to protest against animals in laboratories worldwide and the horrible practices they are put through as a result of testing and experiments. London, United Kingdom, 24/03/2010.

A small group demonstrated on Richmond Terrace for the release of Shaker Aamer who has been detained in Guantanamo Bay for more than 8 years without charge. British Labour politician Martin Linton, Member of Parliament for Battersea, was also there to show his support. United Kingdom, 24/04/2010.

Lancaster Cleaning Services, a contractor for Swiss bank UBS, reportedly colluded with the UKBA by forwarding details of one of the workers who had just left the company. As a result the ex-employee's house was raided and he is currently being held at an unknown location. This follows after a continuous struggle by the unionised workforce, after a decline in working conditions and wages, imposed b…

Over 50 UAF and PCS protesters demonstrated against the BNP rally at Lunar House in Croydon today. Some tried to get into the BNP area and cause trouble. At least one arrest was made.