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A protest against asylum seekers being housed in Falkirk’s former Cladhan Hotel saw hundreds gather outside the establishment on Saturday. The anti-racism group Save Our Future and Our Kids Futures criticized the presence of “extremists” at the event, with one protester making a Nazi salute and another displaying a banner advocating violent action. Distancing themselves from the far-right protesters, organizers affirmed that they had no association with them during the protest.
In a contrasting display, anti-racism protesters from groups like Stand Up To Racism staged a counter-demonstration, asserting that the far-right faction poses a direct threat to life and safety in Scotland. The police intervened by temporarily closing the road due to the demonstrations, resulting in the arrest of two individuals. While one person faced charges related to indecent exposure, the other was charged with obstructing police during the incident.
The protest saw heated exchanges between demonstrators on both sides, with some chanting “send them home” while others countered with “refugees are welcome here.” With tensions running high, Gary Clark from Falkirk Trade Union Council recounted distressing encounters at the event, including facing verbal abuse for being disabled while trying to address the crowd. Amid discussions about community fears and support for asylum seekers, the need for a more nuanced approach to handling such situations was emphasized.
Following the protests, Connor Graham from Save Our Future and Our Kids Futures clarified that their group members are not extremists and condemned the displays of racism and far-right ideologies seen during the event. Expressing the desire for transparency regarding the community’s residents, Graham highlighted plans for future protests. Stand Up to Racism Scotland, echoing similar sentiments, emphasized the importance of unity in combating hate and safeguarding lives in the face of escalating far-right activities
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