Anti-racism campaigners gather outside Holyrood in wake of far-right riots

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Anti-racism campaigners have gathered outside Holyrood in the wake of far-right riots taking taking place across the UK. More than one hundred Stand Up to Racism supporters have congregated outside the Scottish Parliament, sending a clear message to far-right thugs there is no place for hate in Scotland.Families including children are among the crowd.

Stand Up To Racism (SUTR) organised the counter-protests to show solidarity after far-right activists from the Scottish Defence Group called on supporters to meet at the Watermill Hotel in Paisley last night to protest against "hundreds of illegal fighting aged men being housed in our communities that are a danger to our children".The group has also allegedly called on followers to meet in several locations across Scotland over the weekend on a now deleted TikTok account.Campaigners holding placards outside Holyrood were heard chanting: "Say it loud, say it clear, refugees are welcome here."Former SNP MP for Edinburgh East, Tommy Shepphard was among protestors outside the Government Building.Taking to social media, he wrote: "Edinburgh SNP members join a thousand strong protest against the far right at Scottish Parliament.

Don’t let them divide us."Assistant Chief Constable Gary Ritchie, said: “We understand the concern and officers right across Scotland are providing reassurance to communities across the country through enhanced patrols and direct engagement."We continue to closely monitor the situation to ensure any potential for violence or disorder in Scotland is identified quickly and responded to immediately.“Policing in Scotland has strong relationships with the public and we are grateful for the ongoing support of our communities."We are aware of a number of