14 arrests in anti-lockdown protest in UK city of Bristol

Police in the south-west England city of Bristol said on Wednesday that 14 arrests have been made after around 200 demonstrators staged a second “Kill the Bill” anti-lockdown protest, just days after a similar protest had turned violent.

Police in the south-west England city of Bristol said on Wednesday that 14 arrests have been made after around 200 demonstrators staged a second “Kill the Bill” anti-lockdown protest, just days after a similar protest had turned violent. The protest has concluded after officers enforced COVID-19 legislation.14 people were arrested including one in connection with Sunday's disorder.It’s disappointing we needed to take this action on a day we remember those who’ve lost their lives.More - https://t.co/ibwgxX10Hu The local Avon and Somerset Police said the arrests were made for offences including breaches of the Covid-19 lockdown legislation and obstruction of a highway as officers attempted to engage with the protesters to disperse the crowds, as large gatherings remain banned in order to contain the spread of coronavirus.