Glasgow independence march organiser reported by police

Marchers made their way through Glasgow city centre

One of the organisers of a pro-independence march in Glasgow has been reported to the procurator fiscal.

Mandeep Singh, 39, who headed the All Under One Banner event on Saturday, said on social media he had been reported in connection with section 65 of the Civic Government Act 1982.

It is related to conditions imposed on the event by Glasgow City Council and police.

Police Scotland said 30,000-35,000 people attended the rally.

The All Under One Banner march left Kelvingrove Park at 13:30 BST and made its way through the city centre before ending with a rally at Glasgow Green.

Minutes from the meeting of the Public Processions Committee on 24 April stated a condition that the march should gather at 10:00 and then set off at 11:00.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Police Scotland can confirm that a 39-year-old man will be the subject of a report to the procurator fiscal for failing to comply with conditions imposed on a procession."

March organiser Mr Singh said he had worked closely with senior Police Scotland officers to make sure everyone who attended the march was "safe and protected".

In a statement on his Facebook page, he added: "Now I always knew that the unionist Glasgow City Council could push for this.

"I evaluated the risks to myself and only myself what would happen. If I defied GGC and their ridiculous demands to keep numbers low. Worst case a heavy fine and 3 months custodial sentence."

'Bending the knee'

Mr Singh later said he intended to contest any charges, adding: "Freedom can never be won by bending the knee."

A spokesman for the SNP-led Glasgow City Council said that it would not be appropriate to comment at this time due to ongoing proceedings.

However, one SNP councillor, Rhiannon Spear, tweeted: "I can assure you Glasgow City Council is anything but Unionist.

"Manny has been reported to the PF because he did not comply with the council order's start time. His comments here are bizarre + entirely unhelpful. I hope he works with the council from the start next time."