A protest was held in Slough to oppose the UK's involvement in the Gaza conflict.

The East Berkshire Palestine Solidarity Campaign organised the demonstration, which took place in the town's shopping area.

The campaigners are protesting against what they describe as the 'continuing slaughter in Gaza' and criticise the UK government for allowing the export of armaments to Israel.

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They claim more than 40,000 Palestinians, mostly women and children, have been killed in the conflict.

Protesters, including people of different faiths such as Christians, Jews, and Muslims, gathered to listen to speeches from local figures, one of whom was Father Scott Lamb, the rector of a local parish.

He said: "When people are denied equal treatment under the law and forced to live in certain areas, we call it apartheid.

"Apartheid in South Africa was brought to an end by sanctions.

"But where are the sanctions against Israel?

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"The Israeli government has killed thousands indiscriminately and in Gaza has destroyed all that makes life possible, yet we are not allowed to call it genocide."

The East Berkshire branch of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, which was established in Slough following Operation Protective Edge in 2014, has been actively involved in raising awareness about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Since 2022, the group has extended its reach to Reading and is keen to promote activities in other areas, including Windsor and Maidenhead.

The committee and core members of the group have shown their dedication to addressing the conflict by participating in protests and rallies, organising talks, applying pressure on parliamentarians and local governments, and using multimedia to spread awareness.

They have also worked closely with other pro-Palestinian activists, branches, and organisations to support Palestinians in their quest for fair treatment.

The group is keen to expand its reach across East Berkshire and is encouraging those interested in foreign policy or those just beginning to explore the politics of Western Asia to join them.

They offer events that cater to all levels of knowledge on the topic and aim to provide an understanding of what they consider a crucial struggle for equality.