1956 commemorials in Budapest

More than 50 commemorial events have been authorised by the Budapest Police for the 52nd anniversary of the 1956 uprising and freedom fight.

There will be a number of state, government and local council memorials across Budapest that usually attract only a few, with unpopular PM Gyurcsany present. Fidesz, the main opposition party will remember in Buda Castle, where the first 56 Hungarian Guard were inducted in 2007.

Jobbik, The Movement For A Better Hungary and its supporters will remember our national heroes at Deak Square, in the heart of Budapest on the 23rd October. Nick Griffin, chairman of the British National Party have been invited for the event and will address the supporters in Budapest. Mr Griffin and Gabor Vona, President of Jobbik will also discuss current European affairs and next year's EP elections during the visit.