Controversy Surrounds UK Police Handling of Coronation Protests

The UK government has defended the actions of the Metropolitan Police during anti-monarchy protests in London on Saturday, despite criticism from opposition lawmakers and human rights groups. Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer said officers had to make "tough calls" on a case-by-case basis, while taking into consideration the significance of the occasion. The police force faced criticism for what many said was a heavy-handed approach toward demonstrators, with several opposition lawmakers and human rights groups condemning the police's actions.