Pro Palestine protesters storm council meeting as Tory councillor tries to restore order

Watch the moment an English local council meeting descends into chaos as pro-Palestine protesters stage a demonstration before scuffles erupt. A Tory councillor is heard shouting: “It’s Chorley, not bloody Gaza, get out!“ after activist Jenny Hurley and a large group “hijacked“ the meeting which would have seen the council in Chorley, Lancashire, debate the budget on Monday 26 February. Others chat “Free Palestine“ in unison before a number of people appear to be pushed towards the door. “Chorley will be heard!“ Ms Hurley wrote, sharing footage of the incident on social media. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded