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The transcript discusses the ongoing protests and the Metropolitan Police's response. It highlights the challenges of resource allocation, with over 9,000 officer shifts dedicated to policing protests, and the impact on community safety. The police aim to facilitate lawful protests while acting against unlawful ones, deploying extra officers as needed. The disruption caused by protests, coinciding with train strikes, is acknowledged, and efforts are made to minimize it. The legal process involves gathering evidence and working with the CPS to prosecute offenders, though this strains resources that could address community crime. The police remain committed to upholding the law and ensuring public safety.

What is the police's approach to facilitating lawful protests?

What are the priorities of the police in relation to community safety?