Essex Police prepare for another Epping protest
Police have put in place an order which prevents people from wearing face coverings
Essex Police have put plans in place to ensure a planned protest in Epping can take place safely this evening.
Police have put in place an order which prevents people from wearing face coverings and a dispersal order which gives them the power to direct anyone committing, or suspected of committing anti-social behaviour to leave the area.
If anyone breaches either of these orders they face being arrested.
The Section 60AA order is in place from 3pm on Thursday 31 July until 3am on Friday 1 August.
The dispersal order is in place from 3pm today until 8am tomorrow.
Chief Superintendent Simon Anslow said: “Tonight’s protest follows two previous demonstrations which passed off peacefully and without incident.
“We’re putting measures in place to ensure those who want to express their democratic right to peaceful protest can do so safely, to minimise disruption to the local community and to ensure the safety of residents and staff at the hotel.
“Our plans are also aimed to ensure residents and businesses in and around Epping can go about their business as they usually would and there is no reason why they cannot do so.
“We will not tolerate anyone coming her to commit crime or anti-social behaviour and if you do, you will be dealt with."