Anti-migrant protestors clash with police in Dover as officers pin person to ground

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05.09.2020 - 15:51

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Anti-immigration protesters have clashed with police in angry scenes outside Dover harbour. Demonstrators blocked a dual carriageway, with many singing Rule, Britannia!

as they marched toward the town. The group has been triggered by migrants risking their lives to cross the Channel in tiny vessels in the hope of a better life.

Last night charity Freedom from Torture projected a large message onto the famous cliffs, stating: "Rise above fear. Refugees Welcome." Officers at the scene of clashes confirmed that the Press Association that one person has been arrested.

It comes despite pleas from local MP Natalie Elphicke to "stay away" to prevent a second wave of Covid-19. Various groups had announced their intention to travel to Dover on

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