THE Orange Lodge has hit back at reports of arrests being made at yesterday's march. 

Thousands of people took part in the processions through Glasgow on Saturday.

After the march, Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland released a statement that revealed arrests were made in connection with "various offences".

But the Orange Lodge has since hit back at media reports following this statement. 

On Facebook, a post read: "The Grand Orange Lodge of Scotland has this morning contacted media outlets regarding inaccurate reports of marchers being arrested at Glasgow’s 200th anniversary Boyne Celebrations.

"We can confirm no marchers were arrested.

"The Grand Master and executive congratulate Glasgow County Grand Lodge on an excellent Boyne celebration parade."

Police Scotland did not respond to the Orange Lodge's statement today.

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We previously reported that police stated there were outbreaks of racist and sectarian singing.

Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland, Divisional Commander for Greater Glasgow said: "We are aware that on a number of occasions today there have been outbreaks of racist and sectarian singing by some of those attending to support the Orange Order processions, this is utterly unacceptable and we completely condemn this behaviour.

"Where possible, we are seeking to take action against those intent on causing harm and dividing our communities, we have already made arrests in connection with various offences and will continue to do so where required.

"With large crowds gathering, our main priority has been public safety and to ensure minimum disruption to the wider public.

"Once again, we see a number of people intent in causing offence and stirring up hatred by singing unacceptable sectarian and racist songs, I want to again condemn this behaviour in the strongest possible terms.

"It is clear that sectarianism remains a serious, ongoing problem in Scotland and whilst policing has an important role in tackling this type of behaviour, this is a collective problem and needs to be addressed in a collective, collaborative manner."