Dover immigration protesters and police clash at port

(BBC) Police and anti-immigration protesters have clashed outside the entrance to Dover harbour.

At one point, several officers restrained a person on the ground and in total 10 people were arrested.

It came as rival protests over migrants reaching the UK in small boats took place in the town.

The Kent Anti-Racism Network said it wanted to show “solidarity” with refugees, while opposing groups want “to protect Britain’s border.”

A message was beamed on to the White Cliffs overnight by humanitarian charity Freedom From Torture.

It read: “Rise above fear. Refugees welcome.”

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