A woman who was arrested after holding an ‘abolish monarchy’ sign during the Accession Proclamation for the new King in Edinburgh has been charged.
Moments before the proclamation of Charles III as new king on Sunday afternoon, a demonstrator appeared in the crowd opposite the Mercat Cross.
She held a sign saying ‘f*** imperialism, abolish monarchy’.
Officers appeared behind her and took her away, prompting the crowd to applaud.
One man shouted: ‘Let her go, it’s free speech,’ while others yelled: ‘Have some respect.’
Police Scotland said the 22-year-old is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date.
A force spokesperson said: “A 22-year-old woman was arrested outside St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh, on Sunday 11 September 2022 in connection with a breach of the peace.
“She was charged and was released on an undertaking to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date.”
A procession of the Queen’s coffin from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to the cathedral is due to take place later on Monday.
Outside parliament on Monday morning a woman holding up a ‘Not my King’ sign was also taken away by police.
