Police Crack Down on Protest Zones | Liverpool News

Merseyside Police are cracking down on protests this weekend with new powers allowing them to enforce dispersal zones, seize disruptive items, and arrest anyone who ignores orders — all under a fresh law targeting face concealment at demonstrations. As Liverpool braces for potential unrest amid lingering tensions from last month’s controversial rally — complete with English flags and deportation chants — local businesses and leaders fear further damage. Police vow to act impartially, using legal tools to maintain order while balancing free speech, and warn that while protests can’t be banned outright, they’ll impose conditions to prevent chaos and restore calm swiftly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/916f15f4cf7d021e