Police Scotland officers have been permitted to ‘take the knee’ in solidarity with protesters at Black Lives Matter rallies this weekend.Assistant Chief Constable Kenny MacDonald confirmed that national guidance had been circulated to officers ahead of a string of anti-racism demonstrations held in the wake of the death of George Floyd.Floyd, 46, died in Minneapolis on May 25 after a police officer knelt on his neck for more than eight minutes, sparking worldwide protests.People across the UK have been ‘taking the knee’ - a stance first adopted by American Football star Colin Kaepernick - in the streets and on their doorsteps in tribute to the dad.The largest Scottish event is set to take place in Glasgow’s George Square on Sunday - with.
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