Kenmure Street LIVE: Glasgow residents gather to block UK Border Agency allegedly attempting to deport neighbours
The crowds have gathered on Kenmure Street, with many surrounding the van holding their neighbour, and one person lying underneath it to stop it leaving.
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Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf tweeted: “I am disappointed that out of 8 Home Office Ministers none of them could make themselves available to speak to me.
“Having spoken to the DG for Home Office in Scotland I have urged him to abandon the forced removal. He will consider next steps & I have requested an update.”
Comment from Police Scotland:
“Around 9.55 am this morning, Thursday, 13 May, 2021, police were called to an address in Kenmure Street, Pollokshields, following a protest by a large group of people.
“The call was made by UK Immigration Enforcement (UKIE) after a group of protesters gathered at the address where UKIE staff were in attendance. Police Scotland does not assist in the removal of asylum seekers. Officers are at the scene to police the protest and to ensure public safety.”
"I am deeply concerned by this action by the Home Office": First Minister speaks out as crowds protest deportation
The First Minister has spoken out as crowds gather on a Glasgow street to protest the alleged attempted deportation of their neighbour.
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