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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5. Fines
A number of fixed penalty notices were handed out to protesters after they refused to disperse. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
6. Police custody
Some protesters were taken into police custody. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
7. Police van
One had to be carried by officers into the back of a waiting police van. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
8. 'Deeply irresponsible'
Nicola Sturgeon condemned the event as “deeply irresponsible” and said it was “putting people’s lives at risk”. Photo: Lisa Ferguson