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Britain First supporters clash with anti-fascist protesters in Telford as cops arrest three for disorder

More than 150 members from the far-right group, including one in Donald Trump mask, marched through town

THREE men were arrested when Britain First members clashed with anti-fascist protesters today in a Midlands town.

More than 150 members of the far-right group - including one in a Donald Trump mask - marched through Telford.

West Mercia Police said that three men related or supporting the Unite Against Fascism protest had been arrested earlier today
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West Mercia Police said that three men related or supporting the Unite Against Fascism protest had been arrested earlier todayCredit: London News Pictures
United Against Fascism staged a counter protest in the same area which led to tense scenes in the town
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United Against Fascism staged a counter protest in the same area which led to tense scenes in the townCredit: Alamy
One Britain First supporter wore an elaborate heavily tanned Donald Trump mask, showing his support for the new US President
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One Britain First supporter wore an elaborate heavily tanned Donald Trump mask, showing his support for the new US PresidentCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
More than 150 members of the controversial far-right Britain First group marched through Telford waving Union Jack and St George flags
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More than 150 members of the controversial far-right Britain First group marched through Telford waving Union Jack and St George flagsCredit: London News Pictures
The far-right group's leader Paul Golding and his deputy Jayda Fransen joined protesters when they gathered in the town centre
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The far-right group's leader Paul Golding and his deputy Jayda Fransen joined protesters when they gathered in the town centreCredit: London News Pictures
A protester with his face covered is stopped by police, who later described the event in Telford as 'highly emotive and sensitive'
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A protester with his face covered is stopped by police, who later described the event in Telford as 'highly emotive and sensitive'Credit: London News Pictures
Britain First members pose for photographs as the controversial right wing group descended on a Midlands town
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Britain First members pose for photographs as the controversial right wing group descended on a Midlands townCredit: SWNS
Some of the anti-racism protesters covered their faces with scarves during angry scenes as the two events were staged nearby
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Some of the anti-racism protesters covered their faces with scarves during angry scenes as the two events were staged nearbyCredit: SWNS
A woman was treated at the scene by paramedics after police said she was 'hit by a missile'
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A woman was treated at the scene by paramedics after police said she was 'hit by a missile'Credit: SWNS

A massive police presence was visible as a counter Unite Against Fascism demonstration was staged close to the Britain First event.

Its leader Paul Golding and his deputy Jayda Fransen joined protesters who listened to speeches filled with anti-Muslim rhetoric and claims 'grooming gangs' have been covered up by the authorities.

Supporters waved Union Jack flags and sang 'Rule Britannia' during the march.

Tonight West Mercia Police confirmed three men who belonged to the Unite Against Fascism protest had been arrested, including a 27-year-old man from Gloucester detained on suspicion of affray after a woman aged in her 50s was injured by a missile.

A police spokesperson said: "She received medical treatment at the scene and has since been discharged."

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The force confirmed a 29 year-old man from Selly Oak, Birmingham, was arrested on suspicion of a breach of Section 14 of the Public Order Act.

A 64-year-old man from Telford was also arrested on suspicion of breach of the peace.

Superintendent Tom Harding said: "We have been engaging with both organisers of the demonstrations to ensure the event was safe for those taking part and the local community.

"We planned a proportionate policing response to ensure a peaceful event with minimal disruption.

"For the vast majority of those involved this was the case.

At one stage the Trump supporter waved a huge flag with his slogan 'Make America Great Again'
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At one stage the Trump supporter waved a huge flag with his slogan 'Make America Great Again'Credit: SWNS:South West News Service
Fart-right supporters waved Welsh, British and English flags during the demonstration and sang Rule Britannia
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Fart-right supporters waved Welsh, British and English flags during the demonstration and sang Rule BritanniaCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
Britain First Leader Paul Golding spoke during the rally, which was filled with vile anti-Muslim speeches
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Britain First Leader Paul Golding spoke during the rally, which was filled with vile anti-Muslim speechesCredit: SWNS
The group has been repeatedly accused of racism in the past because of anti-Muslim speeches, and clashes regularly with anti-fascism protesters
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The group has been repeatedly accused of racism in the past because of anti-Muslim speeches, and clashes regularly with anti-fascism protestersCredit: London News Pictures
It is estimated that up to 150 Britain First members took part, marching from the town's railway station to a rally outside a council building
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It is estimated that up to 150 Britain First members took part, marching from the town's railway station to a rally outside a council buildingCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
Banners held by the anti-racism protesters read 'no to the Nazis' amid what police called a 'highly sensitive' situation
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Banners held by the anti-racism protesters read 'no to the Nazis' amid what police called a 'highly sensitive' situationCredit: SWNS
Cops said that a woman aged in her 50s was injured by a 'missile' and treated at the scene, but not serious injured
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Cops said that a woman aged in her 50s was injured by a 'missile' and treated at the scene, but not serious injuredCredit: London News Pictures
With a counter demonstration staged near the Britain First rally, there was a huge police presence in the town
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With a counter demonstration staged near the Britain First rally, there was a huge police presence in the townCredit: London News Pictures

"However disorder broke out before and during the march which saw three arrests take place.

"This was a very highly emotive and sensitive situation and public safety - for those involved in the event and others caught up in it - must always remain our priority in such incidents.

"We will continue to engage with the community over any concerns and work with our partners to address any issues."

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