00:00Wednesday evening, the Jewellery Quarter saw a significant presence of counter-protesters
00:06following circulating misinformation about a far-right rally.
00:10Businesses in the area closed early and boarded up after police had voiced precaution due
00:15to rumours of an anti-immigration protest scheduled around 8pm.
00:20Despite the heightened tensions, no far-right event took place.
00:24Instead, counter-protesters filled the streets with flags and banners from the Stand Up to
00:28Racism movement.
00:30West Midlands Police reported no clashes between groups and maintained a visible presence to
00:35ensure public safety.
00:37This follows a wave of unrest last week following a tragic incident in Southport where three
00:42girls were murdered.
00:44Over 30 protesters said to have been planned nationwide, targeting immigration centres
00:49and related locations.
00:51The focus of police remains on public safety, reinforcing their preparedness to manage protests
00:57and maintain order.
