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Thousands of protesters supporting the Black Lives Matter movement marched across Kent this afternoon (June 13).
They are took place in Canterbury and Thanet to raise awareness of racial discrimination.
The event in Canterbury started at midday today and organisers said social distancing was essential.
Those attending were asked to wear masks, stay two metres apart and to march in groups of six.
It began at Westgate Gardens, moving through the town to Canterbury Cathedral, then Dane John Gardens and finally to Canterbury Police Station.
The Bishop of Dover was in attendance to show support to the cause.
Following a march going from Cliftonville to Margate last weekend, People Dem Collective organised another one today which kicked-off at midday.
Campaigners walked from Ramsgate Bandstand to Broadstairs Bandstand.
People were told to wear face masks and to respect social distancing guidelines.
There was a "no alcohol and drugs" policy - and people were advised to "remain calm, collected and respectful of others".
Thanet District Council has also covered up the controversial Uncle Mack plaque - erected to remember a troupe which performed in black face paint as minstrels in venues across Broadstairs between 1895 and 1948.
When they arrived in Broadstairs, they will knelt for exactly eight minutes 46 seconds in silence.
A spokesperson for People Dem Collective said: "Today was the definition of unity. The amount of people from here and surrounding areas, young and old and people of every colour together as one.
"It was beautiful to witness, be part of and organise.
"The movement will continue and we, the people dem will create change."
