UK-uncut closes down Topshop Oxford Street store

New direct action group UKuncut closed down the flagship Oxford St branch of Topshop on Saturday. The action was aimed to raise public awareness about alleged tax evasion from major high street chains and those in positions of power.

The protest was intended to bring to the public’s attention Philip Green: owner of high street giant Arcadia (Topshop, BHS, Dorothy Perkins) who is alleged of owing millions in unpaid tax by sending it to Monaco. The protests were sparked as he has been recently appointed as a Government advisor regarding the cuts in public spending.

The protest was carried out peacefully, although there was some confrontation with Police and private security guards when protesters were asked to move away from the front of the shop. After refusing, they were forcibly removed by Police and Security.