No arrests made at anti-Trump demonstrations, police say
In Glasgow, a woman aged 49 was arrested at a 'mass deportation rally' led by Ukip's Nick Tenconi, which was met by a counter-protest in George Square.
The woman, who was a counter-protester, was arrested in connection with an alleged obstruction of the police and a report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal.
Police Scotland said two arrests were made in Aberdeen at 'other events' on Saturday, but not at a huge anti-Trump demonstration in the city.
A spokesperson said the force 'took action at demonstrations and protest events' but did not make any arrests at Trump rallies across the country.
In Aberdeen, an 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with a number of outstanding warrants and will appear in court at a later date, according to Police Scotland.
A 56-year-old man will be the subject of a report to the procurator fiscal after an alleged assault in Aberdeen city centre.
Police Scotland said they could not give further details.
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