POLICE have confirmed that a 40-year-old man was arrested for a hate crime at a rally in Glasgow on Saturday.
A “pro-UK” rally promoted by Tommy Robinson was held in George Square while a counter-protest arranged by Stand Up to Racism was attended by thousands.
Around 2000 anti-racism activists gathered in the city centre while a few hundred far-right activists also attended.
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A spokesperson for Police Scotland confirmed a 40-year-old man was arrested for a hate crime while a 20-year-old male was arrested for carrying an “offensive weapon”.
They said: “A proportionate policing plan was in place for a planned protest in George Square, Glasgow.
“A 40-year-old man was arrested for a hate crime and a 20-year-old man was arrested for carrying an offensive weapon. Inquiries remain ongoing.
“Officers contained a small group of people to engage with them, maintain public safety and minimise disruption.
“Containment is an approved tactic used by highly trained officers where a breach of the peace is taking place or is reasonably thought to be imminent.”
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