Protest held in support of Palestine Action in Belfast
The group was proscribed by the UK government as a terrorist organisation in July.
The ban means membership of, or support for, the group is a criminal offence under the Terrorism Act 2000, with membership of the group carrying a maximum sentence of 14 years in prison.
Around 20 police officers were present at the Belfast demonstration while a number of police vehicles could be seen at a distance.
A small number of protesters displayed posters and placards in support of Palestine Action.
People also wore t-shirts in support of the group.
In recent days, .
No arrests were made this evening.
Last weekend, a 74-year-old woman was arrested for wearing a Palestine Action T-shirt in Belfast at an anti-racism rally.
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