Clashes have broken out between police and anti-fascist protesters at a demonstration in Bristol.

Tensions erupted when an anti-migrant protest group attempted to leave the area.

Demonstrations under the Abolish Asylum System banner have been organised in Exeter, Tamworth, Cannock, Nuneaton, Wakefield, Newcastle, Horley in Surrey and Canary Wharf in central London on Saturday.

The protests come after Epping Council won a High Court ruling which ended the use of the Bell Hotel which had been housing asylum seekers. The Home Office and owners, Somani Hotels, have said they will appeal the decision.

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