These photos show the police crackdown on the ‘Scotland Against Lockdown’ protest, which took place at lunchtime outside the Scottish Parliament today. Although only a handful of people attended, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon described the event as “deeply irresponsible”.
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Today's Scotland Against Lockdown protest. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
. The "Scotland Against Lockdown" protest
The "Scotland Against Lockdown" protest, which took place at lunchtime outside the Scottish Parliament. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
. Small turnout
Only around a dozen protesters turned up, according to one onlooker. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
. Police presence
Police at the protest far outnumbered demonstrators. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
1. The "Scotland Against Lockdown" protest
The "Scotland Against Lockdown" protest, which took place at lunchtime outside the Scottish Parliament. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
2. Small turnout
Only around a dozen protesters turned up, according to one onlooker. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
3. Police presence
Police at the protest far outnumbered demonstrators. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
4. Anti-mask
The group campaigns against mask-wearing, social distancing and government lockdown measures. Photo: Lisa Ferguson