Scottish police arrest 15 after anti-migrant protest clashes

Police in Scotland arrested 15 people on Saturday after responding to "significant disorder" during rival anti-immigration and anti-racism demonstrations in Glasgow. The force stated that officers made arrests for assault, possession of offensive weapons, and other public order offenses. A large group had reportedly left the initial protest site and caused further disorder in the city center. Unverified social media footage showed scuffles between the two groups near the city center, with officers, including mounted units, intervening. Demonstrators on both sides were seen wearing masks. The anti-immigration group Unite The Clans Scotland had advertised a protest under the banner "save our women and children" and "protect our future." The Stand Up To Racism organization held a counter-demonstration, stating it was opposing the far right. Glasgow has experienced several violent protests related to immigration in recent years, a trend also seen in other towns and cities across England. The city is currently hosting the Commonwealth Games.

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Police Scotland has arrested 15 people while responding to incidents of disorder in relation to planned protest activity.