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Avoid George Floyd protests, UK public urged
Jun 05, 2020 1 min, 0 secs

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has urged people not to breach lockdown rules to take part in mass demonstrations following the death of George Floyd.

They have since been charged over the death which sparked days of protest in the US and Black Lives Matter demonstrations across the world.

Mr Hancock said: "Like so many, I am appalled by the death of George Floyd and I understand why people are deeply upset, but we are still facing a health crisis and coronavirus remains a real threat.

"So please, for the safety of your loved ones, do not attend large gatherings, including demonstrations of more than six people.".

Demonstrations have been taking place throughout the week to protest about the treatment of Mr Floyd.

Earlier on Friday, people got down on one knee for an anti-racism protest in London's Trafalgar Square.

Taking a knee is a peaceful gesture to protest against police brutality - the action first carried out by NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick during the national anthem at an American Football game in 2016?

Scotland's first minister has made similar warnings about mass gatherings

But, at the moment, such mass gatherings are "simply not safe" and pose a "real threat to life", she added

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