UK Home Secretary 'disgusted' by violence towards police in Bristol

Priti Patel said on social media that it was clear that 'thugs' had only been intent on causing trouble at the the third Kill the Bill demonstration in Bristol on Friday

Police officers detain a man in Bristol. Picture: Ben Birchall/PA

The UK Home Secretary has said she is “disgusted” by violence directed towards police during another protest in Bristol, as officers say they are concerned more disorder may follow.

Priti Patel said on social media that it was clear that “thugs” had only been intent on causing trouble at the third Kill the Bill demonstration in Bristol on Friday.