Scores of protestors gathered in Grimsby town centre today to voice their concerns about the government’s plans to introduce digital ID cards, as well as to express their dissatisfaction with levels of immigration in the UK and the current Labour Government.
Organiser John Drewitt told Gi Grimsby News that local people have “had enough”, with the event being just the first in a series of “The Great Grimsby Protest” events planned. Another is expected to take place at a different location in the town before the end of the month. He explained that those involved in the movement are calling for major changes, including a new general election.
Participants young and old carried Union Jacks and St George’s Cross flags as they gathered at St James Square before marching to the Town Hall. Around sixty people attended the demonstration, which remained peaceful throughout.
A small number of police officers were present to offer support, with Humberside Police stating they were “in attendance in order to allow people to go about their lawful business and to protect the right of individuals to take part and exercise their right to peaceful protest.”
View our gallery from the event below…
