bbfan1991
03-03-2013, 01:19 PM
Fifteen people were arrested after a protest by hundreds of supporters and opponents of the English Defence League (EDL) in Manchester.
About 700 EDL demonstrators gathered in Albert Square with about 350 people taking part in a counter protest.
Police stepped up their presence and said trouble had been minimal.
Ch Supt John O'Hare said: "I would like to thank both the people of Manchester and the majority of protesters for their conduct."
About 700 EDL demonstrators gathered in Albert Square with about 350 people taking part in a counter protest.
Police stepped up their presence and said trouble had been minimal.
Ch Supt John O'Hare said: "I would like to thank both the people of Manchester and the majority of protesters for their conduct."