ANTI-lockdown protesters gathered in Glasgow city centre this afternoon despite record numbers of coronavirus deaths.
People were seen gathering in the square from 12pm despite stay-at-home guidance for the event organised by the group Scotland Against Lockdown.
Static protests are prohibited under current coronavirus restrictions in an effort to curb the spread of the virus.
The protesters were seen standing close together flouting social-distancing rules.
A video shared by Cameron Lawson on Twitter showed a number of officers were in attendance.
The protest came as Scotland recorded 93 deaths of people who had contracted Covid-19 for the second day the row.
It is the highest number to be reported as part of the daily figures since the start of the pandemic.
A total of 1865 people tested positive for the virus as the First Minister warned of pressure on the NHS.
Nicola Sturgeon said: "Covid case numbers still a big concern and putting huge pressure on the NHS, as hospital and ICU cases increase.
"Also, 93 further deaths remind us just how dangerous the virus can be - my thoughts are with all those grieving."
Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.
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