A far-right protest failed to make it’s way on the streets of Liverpool on Saturday afternoon.
The so-called North West Frontline Patriots abandoned their plans to march on the streets of Liverpool after they were forced to treat by counter-protesters.
There was a large turn out of those standing against the fascists after a counter-protest was organised by groups such as Unite Against Fascism and Merseyside Together. Mayor Joe Anderson was also involved in the counter-protest.
Mayor Joe Anderson took to twitter following the climb down by the far-right group to say “So proud of my City when it unites against racists. Peaceful people power chased the fascists of our streets. Hope always defeats hate.They should pick on another City,because you will never march on our streets”.
Merseyside Police confirmed that two arrests had been made. One arrest was a public order offence and the other relates to breach of the peace. It has not been confirmed which side those who were arrested represented.
Merseyside Police appeared to have underestimated the number of those who turned out to protest however it was clear that the far-right were far outnumbered.
Approximately half a dozen far-right protesters appeared outside Moorfields Station before the quickly retreated back in to the station.
The group had intended to walk from Moorfields Station and along Dale Street to Derby Square. There was a large police presence in place to escort them along the route.
The anti-racist group Hope Not Hate said: “Five fascists turned up for a march in Liverpool today. Pleased to report they left after five minutes.”