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The Independent
10 hours ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Trump protesters urged to stay within the law during his trip to Scotland
A senior police officer has urged those who wish to protest during Donald Trump's trip to Scotland to stay within the law, as she said the priority will be for the US president to have a 'peaceful and safe' visit. Assistant Chief Constable Emma Bond said the operation to police the five-day visit will involve 'significant' resources, requiring Police Scotland to draw on mutual aid agreements with other forces. Known as Operation Roll, the exact numbers of police involved have not been revealed but it is expected to require Police Scotland's entire cadre of police liaison officers. The White House confirmed Mr Trump will visit his golf courses in Aberdeenshire and Ayrshire between July 25 and 29. He will meet Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and First Minister John Swinney during his private trip. The visit is likely to result in widespread protests, following similar demonstrations during his last visit to Scotland. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, Ms Bond encouraged protest groups to discuss their plans with police ahead of the visit. She said: 'As you can imagine, it is a large-scale, complex operation, but actually that's something that Police Scotland is immensely experienced at doing.' The policing plan involves local, national and specialist officer from Police Scotland as well as other forces. She added: 'The key very much is to make sure the President of the United States can come, enjoy a peaceful and safe visit to Scotland and ensure Police Scotland is able to maintain delivery of services to the rest of the community within Scotland over the period of his visit.' Police are working on the assumption there will be protests in Ayrshire, Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh, she said. Ms Bond said Police Scotland will take a 'proportionate' approach to ensure people can protest safely, with the force offering to engage with demonstrators ahead of time on a 'no surprises' basis. However she said there is nothing at this stage to give her 'specific concern' about violence. Speaking to the PA news agency, she also said that concerns raised by the Scottish Police Federation are 'being resolved'. The organisation, which represents rank and file officers, said workforce agreements around health and safety may be breached. Asked for her message to those considering disruptive protest, she said 'Police Scotland fully recognises people's right to peaceful protest… 'We would wish to make sure we can balance those rights against against the impact on communities, on public safety. 'I would appeal to people obviously to stay within the bounds of peaceful protest. 'I'd be really clear however that abusive, threatening behaviour, any activity that's intended to disrupt events or in any way that poses a risk to public safety is not legitimate protest and will potentially require an intervention by policing.'
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Trump protesters urged to stay within the law during his trip to Scotland
A senior police officer has urged those who wish to protest during Donald Trump's trip to Scotland to stay within the law, as she said the priority will be for the US president to have a 'peaceful and safe' visit. Assistant Chief Constable Emma Bond said the operation to police the five-day visit will involve 'significant' resources, requiring Police Scotland to draw on mutual aid agreements with other forces. Known as Operation Roll, the exact numbers of police involved have not been revealed but it is expected to require Police Scotland's entire cadre of police liaison officers. The White House confirmed Mr Trump will visit his golf courses in Aberdeenshire and Ayrshire between July 25 and 29. He will meet Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and First Minister John Swinney during his private trip. The visit is likely to result in widespread protests, following similar demonstrations during his last visit to Scotland. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, Ms Bond encouraged protest groups to discuss their plans with police ahead of the visit. She said: 'As you can imagine, it is a large-scale, complex operation, but actually that's something that Police Scotland is immensely experienced at doing.' The policing plan involves local, national and specialist officer from Police Scotland as well as other forces. She added: 'The key very much is to make sure the President of the United States can come, enjoy a peaceful and safe visit to Scotland and ensure Police Scotland is able to maintain delivery of services to the rest of the community within Scotland over the period of his visit.' Police are working on the assumption there will be protests in Ayrshire, Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh, she said. Ms Bond said Police Scotland will take a 'proportionate' approach to ensure people can protest safely, with the force offering to engage with demonstrators ahead of time on a 'no surprises' basis. However she said there is nothing at this stage to give her 'specific concern' about violence. Speaking to the PA news agency, she also said that concerns raised by the Scottish Police Federation are 'being resolved'. The organisation, which represents rank and file officers, said workforce agreements around health and safety may be breached. Asked for her message to those considering disruptive protest, she said 'Police Scotland fully recognises people's right to peaceful protest… 'We would wish to make sure we can balance those rights against against the impact on communities, on public safety. 'I would appeal to people obviously to stay within the bounds of peaceful protest. 'I'd be really clear however that abusive, threatening behaviour, any activity that's intended to disrupt events or in any way that poses a risk to public safety is not legitimate protest and will potentially require an intervention by policing.'
RNZ News
21 hours ago
- RNZ News
Police operation taking place next to Auckland's Southern Motorway
Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi Auckland Southern Motorway has reopened following an earlier police operation. Police were at the scene of an "incident" in a walkway adjacent to Auckland's Southern Motorway near Highbrook. Police had closed a section of the motorway "out of an abundance of caution" causing major disruption for motorists. The spokesperson said police would provide further details in due course. St John were at the scene with two rapid response vehicles in a standby capacity. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
The Independent
2 days ago
- The Independent
Police officer dressed as cartoon hero seizes marijuana and cocaine in drugs raid
Dressed as the iconic TV character El Chapulín Colorado (The Red Grasshopper), a Peruvian police officer helped carry out a surprise drug raid in Lima, arresting five suspects and seizing marijuana and cocaine. Wearing the red costume of the beloved slapstick antihero popular across the Spanish -speaking world, the officer used a sledgehammer to break down a door during the Thursday (17 July) operation, while fellow agents moved in undetected. Colonel Pedro Rojas of the Green Squadron said the disguise allowed the unit to approach unnoticed, using the character's familiarity to blend in — catching suspects off guard with the unusual police tactic.
CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
Replica firearm seized in Mississauga First Nation raid
There was a heavy police presence on Mississauga First Nation on Thursday as police executed a drug warrant on West Street and a replica firearm was seized. Ontario Provincial Police executed a drug-related search warrant in Mississauga First Nation early Thursday morning, seizing a replica firearm amid a heavy police presence. Investigators carried out the raid on July 17 during the execution of a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act warrant, targeting a residence on West Street. Authorities confiscated the imitation weapon, though no further details about arrests or additional seizures were immediately released. Two OPP officers - spring - uniformed An undated photo of two uniformed Ontario Provincial Police officers talking. (File photo/CTV News Northern Ontario) Authorities have publicly linked the replica firearm to any specific threats or incidents. Investigation ongoing In their brief news release, OPP confirmed the operation took place in the early morning hours but did not disclose whether suspects were detained. 'The investigation is continuing, and additional information will be provided when available,' said OPP.
