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Watch: Anti-migrant boat protesters block roads in Portsmouth

Watch: Anti-migrant boat protesters block roads in Portsmouth

Summary

Hundreds of protesters in Portsmouth blocked roads to stop about 140 migrants from leaving after crossing the English Channel in a small boat. Police enforced rules to keep order and warned people to stay away from the area.

Key Facts

  • Around 140 migrants arrived in Portsmouth by crossing the English Channel in a single dinghy (small boat).
  • Hundreds of protesters blocked roads near the ferry port where the migrants landed.
  • Protesters were trying to stop the migrants from leaving the city.
  • Police issued a dispersal order, meaning people had to leave or face arrest.
  • Many protesters wore black clothes and masks.
  • The government criticized the protesters’ behaviour, calling it intimidating.
  • Police asked the public to avoid the Eastney Landing ferry port area.
  • The event was the second large anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth over the weekend.
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