The British police have come under harsh criticism for their hostile behavior during Wednesday’s student protest against the government’s plans to cut education grants.
The student demonstration for the most part was peaceful non-violent but a large police presence was seen when protesters headed to the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. Scuffles broke out between students and police officers there.
Members of the public, protesters and politicians have termed the incident as unwanted saying for majority of students it was a moment of confusion.
Officers temporarily managed to kettle protesters and as demonstrators escaped, the tension and drama increased. Cue scores of officers running around central London trying to corner protesters. It led to a chase towards Vauxhall Bridge and along the way; members of the public became caught in the proceedings. An eyewitness told the scenes made him feel less trustful of the police.