THE First Minister has condemned “disgraceful” Bonfire Night scenes across Scotland as police faced “unprecedented levels of violence”.
Fire crews were attacked and eight police officers injured in Bonfire Night disorder which saw petrol bombs and fireworks thrown at riot police in Edinburgh.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service meanwhile said there were nine attacks on its crews during an eight-hour period, which saw crews bombed with fireworks and bricks. Drone footage from Niddrie showed a line of police officers with riot shields standing in front of vans with blue lights flashing.Big clean up job underway in Niddrie after last night’s disorder. Smashed glass, cans and firework remains all over the streets.The assault continued, with petrol bombs and fireworks forcing police to shuffle backwards.
“Our staff should be able to carry out their role without being attacked. It is disappointing that people have tried to hurt firefighters and have damaged our appliances.
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