Trouble flares on Belfast streets

There have been disturbances involving up to 100 people on the streets of Belfast tonight.

A stand-off developed in the North Queen’s Street area of north Belfast and is believed to have involved Protestants and Catholics.

The road has been closed off by police.

A spokeswoman said up to 50 people on each side were involved. The incident is understood to have started at around 8.30pm tonight.