The Parliament House and the surrounding government buildings in London are the centre of political power of the UK. It is also a popular and well-known tourist area.
As I walked along the the road next to the Parliament House, I saw a “camp” which was protestin against child abuse was set up directly opposite No. 10, Downing Street, the official residence of the Prime Minister David Cameron. Various posters and banners which whacked the government were hung in this barricaded area. The activists were busy explaining to the public about the issue that they were championing.
There were a number of armed police officers along the road, especially in front of the PM’s official residence.
There is a small patch of green field opposite the Parliament House. Many people went into the field to take photos, some were lying in the field to happily sunbathe and picnic. This scene will never be allowed in Malaysia.smile emoticon
The freedom of movement in the area at the heart of political power gave me an impression that, unlike what is claimed in Malaysia, such areas can be public areas for recreation and dissent without compromising its security.
