Scottish independence supporters gather for Edinburgh march
Supporters of Scottish independence are gathering to march in Edinburgh as organisers insist momentum is growing in the face of a possible no-deal Brexit.
All Under One Banner said they were expecting hundreds
of thousands of people to take part in the final event of the year, following
marches in Glasgow, Aberdeen and Perth over the summer.
Saturday’s march was due to begin at Holyrood Park at
1pm and end in the Meadows, causing a series of road closures in the centre of
the capital.
An Edinburgh city council spokesperson said: “The
safety of the public is of utmost importance to the council and we have worked
closely with organisers, Police Scotland and other partners to agree a route
and conditions for this march which aim to ensure its smooth passage through
the city.”
Police Scotland said: “A comprehensive policing plan
is in place and we continue to liaise with the organisers, and the event will
be policed appropriately.”
