Important Announcement
Yesterday evening, we were made aware of a Facebook post shared by a local Labour councillor. The post contained a copy of an email sent by the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Area Inspector to Salford Council elected members and partners.
Throughout the planning of the protest march scheduled for 15th November, we took every reasonable step to ensure full compliance. Based on discussions with multiple contacts, we were under the impression that GMP had been fully informed of the event weeks ago. However, we were only advised last night that a formal notification form was required.
GMP guidelines state that formal notifications must be submitted at least six working days prior to an event—making today the final deadline. While the timing of the post/email raises questions, our priority remains working transparently and constructively with the police.
Accordingly, we submitted our official formal notification to GMP via email last night.
Peaceful protest is a legal right protected under Articles 10 (Freedom of Expression) and 11 (Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and Association) of the Human Rights Act 1998. From the outset, we have maintained a strict commitment to peaceful demonstration and explicitly condemn any form of violence or vandalism.
The march on Sunday, 15th November will proceed as planned.
Assembly Point: Higher Irlam Social Club
Time: 12:00 PM
Thank you for your continued support.