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Occupy gears up for new London protest

Pro-democracy protesters are set to take over Parliament Square once more at the end of November.

The Occupy Democracy camp — which turned Westminster into a battlefield between police and peaceful demonstrators last month — is set to make a comeback on November 21.

Activist Mark Weaver, who took part in the first round of assemblies on the square, said: “This campaign is beginning spectacularly.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if the numbers were massive this time round.”

Mr Weaver said the Establishment had already showed its hand by treating protesters with disproportionate force.

But he added: “It doesn’t matter if the police stop an occupation.”

“What matters is that each action strengthens the campaign. Each action brings in more people.”

Supporters of Occupy Democracy can expect another week of debate, discussion and the inescapable visit of self-appointed revolutionary, actor Russell Brand.

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