Police guarded a Canary Wharf hotel for a second day in a row after protests over its planned use for asylum seekers.
Demonstrations took place again outside the four-star Britannia International Hotel on Marsh Wall yesterday (July 23).
Footage shows nearly 30 officers outside the entrance, with the site barricaded to prevent access.
It follows after Tower Hamlets Council confirmed online speculation that the hotel was being used to house asylum seekers.
People first gathered in Canary Wharf on Tuesday (July 22), before any confirmation about its use was made.
On Wednesday, people supporting Stand Up To Racism as well as anti-migrant protesters were at the scene.
Eggs were reportedly thrown in the direction of the hotel.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Officers were in attendance at a protest outside a hotel in Canary Wharf.
“No arrests were made. Officers remain in the area to deal with any incidents.”
It follows similar demonstrations in Epping at the Bell Hotel, which Essex Police said later turned into “mindless thuggery” after acts of violence on July 17.
It was sparked since 38-year-old asylum seeker Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu was charged with sexual assault after an incident where he is alleged to have attempted to kiss a 14-year-old girl.
He denied the charge when he appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court last Thursday.
A spokesperson for Tower Hamlets Council previously said: “We are aware of the Government's decision to use the Britannia Hotel in Canary Wharf to provide temporary accommodation for asylum seekers.
“It is important that the Government ensures that there is a full package of support for those staying at the hotel.
“We are working with the Home Office and partners to make sure that all necessary safety and safeguarding arrangements are in place.”
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