A peaceful protest is to be held in Glasgow to help save terminally ill toddler Alfie Evans.

The plight of the 23-month-old and his parents Tom Evans and Kate James, has caught the attention of the world, with the Pope offering prayers for the family.

Alfie suffers from a rare disorder that causes brain damage and renders him unable to move his limbs.

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A date to withdraw life support for Alfie has been set but his parents hope to transfer him to a hospital in Italy for further treatment.

His parents criticised authorities after claiming they were stopped from taking him last week.

They are now preparing for an appeal against the High Court to support Alder Hey Children’s Hospital’s decision to turn off the toddler’s life support.

Glaswegians are being asked to show their support for the family by taking part in a peaceful protest in George Square.

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Participants are being encouraged to bring balloons to the event which will be held between 10.30 and 1.30pm today to “ensure Alfie gets the recognition he deserves”.