Unionists gather in George Square, Glasgow, where police separated them from Yes supporters
These are the scenes from Glasgow’s George Square last night as rival sides of the referendum came face-to-face following the result of the historic vote.
The civic space had been used for peaceful Yes rallies in the run-up to the referendum.
But on Friday night – just hours after the final results was announced – police had to step in to separate groups of unionist and independence supporters.
Police officers can be seen creating a human barrier between the two sets of supports as the tension grew.
Mounted officers were also called to support their colleagues.
Witnesses said that pro-Unionist supporters sang the UK national anthem while giving Nazi salutes.
Flares were also set off.
The police have now said that six people were arrested.
Police stand in front of Unionists gathered in George Square, Glasgow, following the Scottish independence referendum.
