JEMIMA Laing, deputy leader of Plymouth City Council, has branded those who came to Plymouth hellbent on stirring up trouble on Monday night as ‘Thugs On Tour’.
She also condemned the racist, anti-Muslim sentiments that they brought with them.
Cllr Laing said: “We’d like to thank our partners at Devon and Cornwall Police for their incredible work on the ground to keep people safe.
“While most protesters were peaceful, we are appalled by a small number of individuals who engaged in aggressive, violent and abusive behaviour. I remain incredibly angry on behalf of Plymouth that so many people from outside our city felt emboldened to come here and cause disruption and unrest. Thuggery on tour is not acceptable.
“From first light, we will assess the damage done to our city centre and council officers will start the process of repairing the things that are broken and cleaning up the area.
“We know that our communities will be feeling understandably concerned and we would like to reassure our residents that we will do all we can to help bring any violent protesters to justice.
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