Violent clashes and businesses attacked amid anti-immigration protest in Belfast

Police keep rival groups apart during violent clashes on the Ormeau Road (Jonathan McCambridge/PA)

Violence flared in Belfast and businesses were attacked after an anti-immigration protest moved through the city.

Police mounted a significant security operation during a lengthy confrontation between the protesters and those taking part in an anti-racist rally at the City Hall during which fireworks and other missiles were thrown.