Man charged over Belfast disorder

PSNI officers man road blocks in Belfast following an anti-Islamic protest outside Belfast City Hall. Picture: PA

A man is due to appear in court next month following disorder in Belfast.

The 43-year-old was arrested last Wednesday in connection with public disorder earlier this month following anti-immigration protests.

He has been charged with intentionally encouraging or assisting riot and other related offences, including cruelty to children.

We have charged a 43-year-old man to court in connection with recent public disorder in Belfast. To date in the investigation there have now been 39 people arrested and 31 people charged. pic.twitter.com/4pz2bhvvjH

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He is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates’ Court on Thursday September 12.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland said a total of 39 people have now been arrested and 31 charged over the disorder.