Police Scotland say they have a plan in place following riots and disorder in several towns and cities in England. 

Starting last week, riots have broke out in the likes of Birmingham, London and Liverpool which has seen supermarkets and libraries torched. 

The first riot was in Southport on the same day a vigil was held following the deaths of Bebe King (six), Elsie Dot Stancombe (seven) and Alice Dasilva Aguiar (nine). The young girls were tragically killed on Monday, July 29 in Merseyside town while attending a Taylor Swift themed dance class. 

Posts have been spotted on social media asking people to join a 'pro-UK rally' in George Square, Glasgow, on September 7. 

A counter-protest is also planned by various anti-fascist groups. 

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Cops have now revealed that they are aware of a number of planned protests, and counter protests, over the coming weeks which police say will be policed appropriately. 

Assistant Chief Constable Gary Ritchie told the Glasgow Times that the force is providing enhanced patrols and direct engagement, and that if any violence or disorder breaks out in Scotland, police will ensure it is identified quickly and responded to immediately.

Mr Ritchie added: “We understand the violent disorder in other parts of the United Kingdom is causing concern and we are continuing to provide reassurance to communities across the country through enhanced patrols and direct engagement.  We will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that any potential for violence or disorder in Scotland is identified quickly and responded to immediately.

"We are aware of a number of planned protests, and counter protests, over the coming weeks, which will be policed appropriately.

“Police Scotland is a rights-based organisation, and our role is to ensure public safety while balancing the rights of protesters who wish to peacefully demonstrate.

We encourage anyone with concerns or information to contact us through 101.”

A Glasgow City Council spokesperson said: "Officers are engaging with the police and monitoring the situation."