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Freedom of information request reference no: 01.FOI.25.047479
I note you seek access to the following information:
The name and rank of the senior police officer who had overall command and operational responsibility for the policing operation related to the “Uniting the Kingdom Free Speech” protest and the associated counter-protest by hard-left groups, which took place on Saturday 13 September 2025.
This request specifically refers to the officer acting as Gold Commander or any equivalent position of strategic command for the policing operation on that day.
I have today decided to disclose the located information to you in full.
Please find below information pursuant to your request above.
The officer designated as Gold Commander for the policing operation on the day in question was T/Commander Haynes.