Black Lives Matter Leeds set out fresh safety measures ahead of Woodhouse Moor demonstration

The group decided to postpone their protest to join the Black Voices Matter event held in Leeds city centre on Sunday (14).

Thousands of people descended on Millenium Square for the peaceful protest following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, USA, who died after a police officer restrained him by kneeling on his neck.

This Sunday (21), demonstrators are set to gather on Woodhouse Moor for 2pm for a new protest.

The Government guidance remains that people should not be gathering in groups of more than six people.

Attendees are being asked to bring their own face mask and hand sanitiser, though some will also be made available on site.

Those who are at higher risk themselves, or who live with anyone at greater risk, are still being advised to stay at home.

Speeches will be broadcast online to encourage those at high risk to stay indoors.

Extra social distancing measures are also being put in place, including safe spaces marked out for families and those needing to be in a quieter environment, two metre spaces being marked out on the ground with temporary paint and clear signage around the area.

The full list of safety measures being put in place is as follows:

All attendees asked to bring face masks and personal hand sanitiser

Black Lives Matter Leeds will be supplying face masks and hand sanitiser to those without via volunteers and stations

First-aiders will be present with a dedicated first aid point

Disposable water bottles will be available to attendees

Family and quiet areas will be marked out and supervised

The first 1,000 spots will be marked out to encourage social distancing

Security and stewards will be in place

All microphones and megaphones will be cleaned with anti-bacterial products between speakers

A British Sign Language interpreter will be present on stage at a safe distance from speakers

Fruit and veg will be available to attendees and staff

Clear signage throughout Hyde Park

Readily available bin bags and refuse points

All attendees will be encouraged to disperse as soon as the demonstration is over

Speeches will be broadcast online to encourage those at high risk to stay indoors