17 heartening pictures showing Preston standing against racism and riots

More than 100 people gathered on the edge of Preston city centre on Saturday for a display of definace against racism following more than a week of far-right distrubances nationwide.

They were taking part in a rally – held under the banner “Preston United Against Facism and Racism” – which was staged on Friargate North. Lancashire Post cameras were there to capture it.

>» Click here to read a full report on the event and the thoughts of some of those who addressed the crowd.

5. Preston anti-racism demonstration responds to far-right riots

Half a dozen speakers addressed the crowd during the hour-long event, including one of its organisers, former Preston city councillor Michael Lavalette Photo: Daniel Martino

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6. Preston anti-racism demonstration responds to far-right riots

Pause for thought at Preston's anti-racism demo Photo: Daniel Martino

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7. Preston anti-racism demonstration responds to far-right riots

Sending a message to the far right Photo: Daniel Martino

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8. Preston anti-racism demonstration responds to far-right riots

The gathering was a chance for Prestonians to show how they felt about recent events Photo: Daniel Martino

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