Police have issued an update when asked how many arrests took place following a protest in Oxford.

Crowds gathered in Cornmarket Street in the city centre late on Monday afternoon and remained into the evening.

The unity rally, organised by Oxford Stand Up To Racism, was called in response to anti-migrant demonstrations across the country following the fatal stabbing of three girls in Southport.

Thames Valley Police was in attendance and officers were quick to assure the public that if anything were to arise, they would deal with it.

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The force has now issued an update on arrests, confirming that no one was apprehended in what was a peaceful protest in the city centre.

A spokesperson for the force said: “This was a peaceful protest that passed without disruption to the local community.

“No arrests were made.”

There is set to be another protest in Oxford on Wednesday night and the police say that they are aware of it.

A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police added: "We are aware of a potential planned protest in Oxford tomorrow. We have a plan in place for this to deal with any issues that may arise.

"Should this planned protest escalate into violent disorder seen elsewhere in the country, officers will swiftly respond and deal with those choosing to cause harm to our communities.

"It is likely you will see officers patrolling in the area as we work together with partners and local businesses to monitor the situation and keep our communities safe."

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