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Protesters Storm Council Meeting, Damage Property, No Arrests Yet

12/11/2025

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On December 10, 2025, balaclava protesters intimidated Swale Borough Council councillors at a meeting on asylum seekers, with eggs hurled, an incident Labour MP Kevin McKenna called an 'attack on democracy'.
The council offices in Sittingbourne sustained severe damage, including flooded toilets and a destroyed lift, and remain closed as staff work to reopen.
Kent Police said there have been no arrests and are investigating the disturbances, reviewing CCTV footage.

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On December 10, 2025, balaclava protesters intimidated Swale Borough Council councillors at a meeting on asylum seekers, with eggs hurled, an incident Labour MP Kevin McKenna called an 'attack on democracy'.
The council offices in Sittingbourne sustained severe damage, including flooded toilets and a destroyed lift, and remain closed as staff work to reopen.
Kent Police said there have been no arrests and are investigating the disturbances, reviewing CCTV footage.