The document discusses safety guidelines for a large march attended by 100,000 people in 2009 along the same route planned for an upcoming march on the 26th. It highlights potential risks like pedestrians on the wrong side of the road or barrier, and recommends keeping the march moving continuously to avoid bottlenecks. Banners, bands, and street performers are asked to avoid stopping to allow smooth traffic flow and prevent safety issues, especially in bad weather.

1. Put People First took place on the same weekend as the March for the Alternative in
2009. Around 100,000 people attended. The march followed the same route as we will
on the 26th.
This picture shows the march assembling on Victoria Embankment. Notice the march is
coming towards us on the wrong side of the road, with the other carriageway still open.
See how some people are on the wrong side of the barrier presenting an obvious risk of
being hit by a car, particularly this person [click mouse] who is walking on the raised
curb holding the hand of a child walking in the road.
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2. Here the march is coming towards us but there are a number of people on the left by
the bus stop looking the other way either watching the march or attempting to walk up
the street in the other direction.
It is important to keep a distinction between those who are marching and those who are
not.
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3. Many groups will bring this type of banner to lead their delegation. Obviously if the
march is continuous these will not be seen by the public or cameras. It is very important
that we keep the march moving as groups attempting to maximise a photo opportunity
can cause problems.
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4. Some delegations are easier to spot than others!
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5. There’s no problem making a noise but if bands of musicians, dancers or street
performers try and stop and give a mini performance they can cause problems so, again,
try and keep them moving.
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6. People will turn up with all manner of placards etc some of which can become
hazardous particularly in bad weather.
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7. What about this person? If a member of the public is putting themselves in danger who
is not a part of your delegation should you approach them?
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8. The march will be heavily policed. They are there to help you. What we all want is a safe,
peaceful event…
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9. Not one that turns sour.
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