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What happened to Trafalgar Square’s previous fourth plinth statues?

While most of the artworks are in storage, some went on tour and some have found permanent homes

The Guardian - UK

John Chilembwe: a new statue celebrates Malawi Pan-Africanist the world forgot

Samson Kambalu is a Malawian conceptual artist, writer and academic, whose sculpture Antelope was installed on the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square in London in September 2022. The Fourth Plinth was originally designed for a large scale equestrian statue of a British monarch but is now reserved for a contemporary…

The Conversation

Iran protesters told they are ‘bringing down the patriarchy’

British-Iranian comedian Omid Djalili addressed the Iran Solidarity Rally in Trafalgar Square.

The Independent UK

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Thousands gather for Iran solidarity rally in Trafalgar Square

UK demonstraters mark the 115th day of nationwide ‘Woman, Life, Freedom’ protests in Iran

The Independent UK

Get outside! London’s top 5 winter walks

While the capital is quiet, take the opportunity to explore the streets and find secret gardens, the capital’s most stunning views... and the best pubs to stop in en route

Evening Standard

Trafalgar Square fountain freezes as London’s big chill continues

The capital is in for a cold weekend but temperatures are expected to soar early next week

Evening Standard

Controversy After Statue Of US Trained Preacher Unveiled In London

Malawian Rebel And US Trained Preacher Immortalized In London Statue

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Christmas countdown begins as Trafalgar Square tree lit up

The lights of the Trafalgar Square Christmas have been switched on in central London to mark the beginning of the festive season.

Evening Standard

Why does Trafalgar Square’s Christmas Tree come from Norway and when will it be lit?

This year’s festive foliage in London has once again divided opinion – but when can we see it lit up?

Evening Standard

‘Pathetic’ state of Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, gifted from Norway, sparks festive debate

The large Spruce tree is a gift from Norway in recognition of the UK’s help during World War II

Evening Standard

Mahsa Amini: Activists to rally outside Iranian Embassy in central London

Participants take part in a demonstration in Trafalgar Square over the death of Iranian Mahsa Amini (PA)

Evening Standard

Mahsa Amini: London protesters show support for ‘women’s revolution’ in Iran

‘This is a revolution, with women at its forefront, with men by their side, that will bring the Islamic regime to an end’

Evening Standard

Mahsa Amini protesters show support for ‘women’s revolution’ in Iran

The death of the 22-year-old after she was detained for allegedly not adhering to a strict Islamic dress code has triggered protests

Wales Online

Mahsa Amini: London protesters show support for ‘women’s revolution’ in Iran

An organiser said: ‘This is a revolution, with women at its forefront, with men by their side, that will bring the Islamic regime to an end.’

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Evening Standard

How to get tickets for London NYE fireworks event

Trafalgar Square’s event is back with a bang

The Independent UK

Just Stop Oil protesters glue themselves to roads around Trafalgar Square

Specially trained police officers detached protesters from the road – they were then carried off to police vans.

Evening Standard

Diwali on the Square 2022: Trafalgar Square festival timings, line-up and more

Dancing, street food and more is coming to central London

The Independent UK

NFL lights up Trafalgar Square as Vikings vs Saints kicks off London Games

Minnesota faces New Orleans in what could be a preview of this year’s play-offs with both sides equipped to make a run towards the Super Bowl

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Daily Mirror

London Mayor Sadiq Khan 'stands ready' to support calls for statue of the Queen

The Fourth Plinth at Trafalgar Square is one of the capital's most well-known contemporary arts platforms

Evening Standard

Malawian Anticolonial hero Chilembwe unveiled on fourth plinth

A larger-than-life sculpture of an anticolonial hero has been unveiled as the newest artwork on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth. Antelope by Samson Kambalu depicts John Chilembwe, a Baptist preacher who was killed in an uprising in Nyasaland, now Malawi, in 1915, and John Chorley, a European missionary. Chilembwe is wearing…

Evening Standard

Trafalgar square fourth plinth: Who was John Chilembwe?

John Chilembwe has been inspirational to many leading figures of black liberation

Evening Standard

Trafalgar Square fourth plinth: Statue of Malawi’s John Chilembwe unveiled

A larger-than-life sculpture of an anticolonial hero has been unveiled as the newest artwork on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth.

The Guardian - UK

Prue Leith, instigator of fourth plinth, resists calls for Queen statue

Bake Off judge, who campaigned to use Trafalgar Square space for contemporary art, says it’s not prominent enough for monarch

The Independent UK

MPs back call for permanent Queen Elizabeth II statue on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth

There is only one full-size statue of the late Queen anywhere in the country

Evening Standard

Calls for statue of Queen on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth get MPs’ approval

Shouts of ‘hear, hear’ were heard from some MPs in the Commons after the idea was floated

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