EDL - Manchester Protest

EDL English Defence League and UAF Unite Against Facism, hold protests in Manchester. Forty-eight men were arrested in connection with the demonstrations that took place on Saturday 10 October 2009.

Most have been arrested on suspicion of public order offences.

Around 2,000 people took part in the protests in Piccadilly Gardens.

Assistant Chief Constable Garry Shewan said: I would like to thank all those people who came to Manchester and protested peacefully for their patience and understanding.

Id also like to commend the vast majority for demonstrating in a peaceful manner.

However, the history of protest has been marred by those who came intent on violent confrontation.

GMP has ensured that despite the significant size of the protest, life in the city went on as normal.

Deputy leader of Manchester City Council, Jim Battle, said: The police carried out an outstanding operation which allowed the city to go about its business with the minimal of disruption. I would like to congratulate the whole policing team, from the officers on the ground to the senior commanders, for their excellent work.

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