A TOTAL of eight arrests were made during the Orange Walk parade through the city centre yesterday.
Police have confirmed that the arrests were made for alleged minor disorder and alcohol related offences.
The day began at George Square where around 300 people gathered for a low key remembrance service and the full parade duly arrived shortly before 10am.
The total number of demonstrators and supporters was estimated to be around 9000 and around 60 bands took part.
A spokeswoman for Police Scotland said: “Eight people were arrested for alleged minor disorder and alleged alcohol-related offences. A man is currently detained in connection with an alleged serious assault in the Saltmarket.”
She added: “We estimate there were 4500 participants and 4500 spectators.”
The arrest figure this year is lower than in 2016, which saw 18 people arrested.
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