Clashes flared up earlier as the police attempted to escort the anti-migrant protesters down the road, towards the city centre. In the middle of the street, a small group of of about 40 anti-migrant protesters wave Union Jacks and listen to rock music. The Stand Up to Racism group said the anti-migrant protesters were “demoralised” and had ended their demonstration. The anti-migrant protesters are shouting “Send them home” and “Get out of our f*****g town”. The anti-migrant protesters have still been unable to set off on their march because of the scale of opposition.

Source: The Times August 23, 2025 18:49 UTC