Hundreds at Kill the Bill protests in England
Hundreds of people have taken part in Kill the Bill protests across England and Wales on Friday, despite warnings issued by police.
Large numbers of people gathered in Guildhall Square in Southampton and demonstrators also convened in London and Manchester.
Following an easing of restrictions in England, the protests are now lawful - providing organisers submit a risk assessment and take steps to ensure the gatherings are safe.
Despite this, the Metropolitan Police warned on Thursday the safety of the wider community is paramount and said enforcement action would be taken "if needed, in the interests of public health".
In Southampton, protesters set up a makeshift PA system and chanted "Kill the Bill", while others banged drums.
Kimberley Daphne, who attended the Leeds protest, said: "There were around 1,500 people there and the atmosphere was quite peaceful and without intimidation.
"The police guarded the protest and stood around looking for any conflicts or anti-social behaviour.
"It felt really empowering, it felt right to fight for our own voice in a country where only the privileged have a say."
A crowd of around 200 gathered outside the gates of Finsbury Park, in north London, mostly wearing masks, holding banners with phrases defending the right to protest.
The group stayed for around an hour and a half before dispersing peacefully.
In Manchester, demonstrators remained socially distanced in St Peter's Square.