'Mindless thuggery' comes to Blackpool as disorder breaks out in Talbot Square

Far-right group and anti-racism campaigners clashed in the town as Lancashire Police say 20 arrests made across the county

The Blackpool Lead and Michael Holmes

Oct 16, 2024

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By Michael Holmes, first published on 4 August 2024

At least one person was hurt during violent skirmishes between protesters, punks and police in Blackpool.

The town around Talbot Square turned into a battle zone during Saturday afternoon as the nation faced widespread clashes between far-right groups and anti-racism campaigners.

It comes after Lancashire…

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Michael Holmes

An award-winning journalist at the national news agency for the UK and Ireland and freelance photojournalist based in the north west. If I'm not behind a desk, I'm usually on the street.