[1] Concern has also been expressed that the Alliance is "giving cover to the far right"[4] and "uses a secret Facebook page full of violent, racist and misogynistic posts".

[9] The Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) monitored the FLA's social media posts as part of their ongoing research into extremist movements and tactics online.

An opposition rally was organized with around 800 people, with speakers from anti-racist and anti-fascist movements, local councillors and trade union bodies.

[15][16][17] Later that week, Premier League club, West Ham United suspended their under-18s coach, Mark Phillips, following his attendance at the DFLA rally.

We continue to protect and cherish those values and we remain committed to ensuring that every single member of the West Ham family feels safe, respected and included.