Question to the Home Office:

To ask His Majesty's Government why the powers under the Public Order Act 1936 relating to the wearing of uniforms have not been used during political protests and demonstrations where people are dressed in similarly coloured clothing.

Police have a broad suite of powers available to manage protests, respond to disorder and address criminality where the relevant legal thresholds are met.

The use of these powers is a matter for operationally independent forces who will take decisions on a case-by-case basis, to ensure that enforcement is proportionate and effective in protecting communities from harm.