More than 40 protesters holding placards in support of direct action group Palestine Action have been arrested in central London by the Metropolitan Police.

The protesters held up placards reading: “I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action.” 

This marks the second week running that pro-Palestine Action protesters have been arrested for showing support for the group.

The government passed legislation banning Palestine Action as a proscribed group on 4 July, making membership of and support for the group a criminal offence punishable by up to 14 years in prison.