A further message from Supt Alex Charge, District Commander for Southampton, ahead of a planned protest in the city tomorrow (Saturday 3 October 2026)

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Oct 2, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments From Southampton Police on Facebook (2/10/26 at approximately 4.30pm) On Saturday afternoon (3 October), there will be a protest in the city centre, this will take the form of a march and counter march. Since we were notified of these Protests, we have discussed the plans with organisers and ahead of the weekend. I wanted to share an update with you all on our approach and the powers we are...
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Message from Superintendent Alex Charge (District Commander for Southampton): Protest at 12.30pm/1pm, from Town Quay to the Crown Court, on Saturday 3 October 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 29, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments Please see below message from Superintendent Alex Charge: “I am sure many of you will already be aware of the planned protest activity due to take place in Southampton on Saturday involving the Southampton Patriots and other associated groups. We have been notified of a protest march beginning at Town Quay and proceeding to the Crown Court. There will also be a counter-protest involving...
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Protest at Highfield House Hotel, 1800hrs Friday 28 August 2026: Message from Inspector Yozanne Richards, Southampton North Neighbourhood Policing Team

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Aug 27, 2026 in Crime Incidents, Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments   “Good morning, I hope you are all well. I wanted to make you aware that there is a planned protest tomorrow from 1800 hours outside the Highfield House Hotel. Intelligence suggests that a counter-protest may also be present. Although the event is being organised by the Southampton Patriots, the organiser is different from those involved in previous protests outside the Highfield...
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Post protest update – 29 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 29, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good afternoon all,   I am writing to provide an update following a planned protest that took place on Friday 26 June outside the Highfield House Hotel.   The event involved an ‘anti-immigration’ protest organised by members of the Southampton Patriots, with approximately 20 participants in attendance. A counter-demonstration was organised by Stand Up to Racism (SUTR), with...
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Update on protests tomorrow, Friday 26 June 2026, outside the Highfield House Hotel, from A/Inspector Yozanne Richards – 25 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 25, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good afternoon,   I am writing to make you aware that we have received information indicating a protest is planned to take place outside Highfield House Hotel tomorrow (26/06/26) at 1800hrs.   At this stage, information is limited; however, officers will be in the area to monitor the situation, support the community, and facilitate a lawful protest, while responding to any issues if...
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Update from Chief Inspector Ilderton following events on Saturday 20 June 2026 – 22 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 22, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good Afternoon,   I am writing to provide an update and reassurance following the protest activity that took place in Southampton on the 20th of June.   The event passed safely and without disorder, supported by a significant policing operation and clear conditions under the Public Order Act.   We recognise that events of this nature can cause concern.   Please be reassured that –   A...
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Statement from Southampton Police on Facebook regarding protests in Southampton today 20 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 20, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary has put plans in place ahead of protests in Southampton today (Saturday 20 June) to help minimise any disruption to the local community. Officers have decided to make use of legislation available to them to help support our work in maintaining the safety of those protesting and the wider public. Police are aware that a protest group intends to move...
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Update from the Police 19/6/26: Demonstration activity on 20 June 2026 from 11:00 hrs

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 19, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good Afternoon   I am writing to make you aware of planned protest and associated counter‑protest activity due to take place in Portswood on Saturday 20 June from 11:00hrs.   Please find below a letter outlining further details, which may be shared with residents if appropriate.   Neighbourhood officers will be out on engagement patrols today, this evening, and throughout the weekend to...
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