‘March of the Mummies’ protest to go ahead after police confirm support

Organisers said Met had previously told them of traffic problems that put childcare costs rally in jeopardy

The Metropolitan police have confirmed they will support a major London protest by families over the cost of childcare after concerns it would have to be cancelled.

Last Friday, the organisers Pregnant Then Screwed said the Met told them a temporary traffic order could not be issued and road closures and traffic management were not possible, putting the March of the Mummies" event at the end of October in jeopardy. But after a further meeting on Tuesday the group confirmed the event had been given the go-ahead.