A CHARITY in Glasgow has said it has closed its office amid fears of far-right violence spreading to Scotland.
It comes as Police Scotland issued a statement saying that it had “no intelligence” to suggest a protest would take place in the city centre on Wednesday.
The force said: “We are aware of speculation circulating about a protest in George Square, Glasgow, today.
“There is no intelligence to suggest any protest is planned. Please be wary of what you read on social media, and avoid speculation and sharing information which may be inaccurate.”
Volunteer Glasgow however took the decision to close its office before a police statement was made, saying it felt it was in the “best interests” of its staff.
In a statement issued on Tuesday night, Volunteer Glasgow said its office in Brunswick House would be closed and would reopen on August 9.
It said: “To take extra caution in relation to the safety of our staff and service users, we will be cancelling the drop-in at Skills Development Scotland tomorrow (August 7).
“Our office in Brunswick House will also be closed for the day, reopening on the 9th. Thank you for your understanding and sorry for any inconvenience caused.”
The National previously reported that a charity based in the city had issued advice for refugees and asylum seekers, urging them to “be vigilant” following the violence which has taken place in England and Northern Ireland.
Elsewhere, in Greenock, the Scottish Refugee Council has cancelled a “meet the landlord” event which had been set to take place for people looking to know more about housing options.
It said on Twitter/X: “Please note that this event has been postponed to a later date. All attendees will be informed of the change.”
Other charities, which The National has taken the decision not to name, have closed their offices in Glasgow as a precaution.
Elsewhere, police, the Home Office and the UK Government are also set to join UK retailers in talks over how to protect staff and customers as they brace for more rioting expected to break out.
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) is holding a community meeting for its members on Wednesday morning.
The organisation represents more than 200 major retailers as well as thousands of smaller independents who are represented by its trade association members.
