Statement ahead of weekend events
Police Scotland has issued a statement ahead of planned events over the weekend.
Assistant Chief Constable Gary Ritchie said: “Protests so far have been largely peaceful and groups from all perspectives have maintained good engagement with policing.
“We continue to engage with those organising demonstrations to ensure rights to peaceful assembly and protest are protected while minimising disruption to communities.
“Public safety is our priority and people may see more officers than usual in our cities and towns this weekend.
“Hate crime, violence or abuse do not represent legitimate protest and we will respond professionally to offending.”
