SEVEN people were arrested yesterday during the Orange Order walks in Glasgow.
Officers made the arrests on July 2 while thousands gathered to march in celebration of the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne.
They also issued 12 fixed penalty notices.
Cops confirmed that the offences were for breaching the peace and anti-social behaviour.
Chief Superintendent Stevie Dolan said in a statement that the majority of participants acted in a responsible manner during the processions.
He said: "Officers in Glasgow made a total of seven arrests and issued 12 fixed penalty notices during the Orange Order processions on Saturday, July 2, 2022, the offences were primarily for breach of the peace and acts of anti-social behaviour.
"A proportionate policing plan was in place and we worked with a range of partners to ensure public safety and reduce disruption to the wider community.
"I would like to thank the vast majority of the participants, and the wider community, who engaged positively and behaved responsibly throughout."
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