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the republic protestors had been in consultation with the police for 3 months prior to the event. The police were aware of exactly what they intended to do and approved it. They then arrested the leadership immediately before the event.

The other examples, where people had rape alarms etc, i have no problem with them being arrested, but the police went too far, and they know it, hence their apology

[Christmas Dynasnow]

Originally Posted by bitontheslide

the republic protestors had been in consultation with the police for 3 months prior to the event. The police were aware of exactly what they intended to do and approved it. They then arrested the leadership immediately before the event.

The other examples, where people had rape alarms etc, i have no problem with them being arrested, but the police went too far, and they know it, hence their apology

The apology was planned, it was a tactical move and the right one as they had far more serious worries and responsibilities.