Aug 19 - Feetham Praises Law Enforcement Agencies for Work During Demonstration
Following yesterday’s protest by the Spanish Fishermen, Leader of the Opposition Daniel Feetham has congratulated the RGP, GDP, Royal Navy Squadron and Customs, as well as all others involved in managing the demonstration.
He added, ‘these were difficult circumstances and yet they were dealt with in the best traditions of British policing namely in a calm, safe, dignified but effective manner.’
The demonstration came about in protest of the artificial reef laid just off the runway last month. The protest consisted of approximately 40 Spanish fishing vessels and a number of Guardia Civil vessels. The RGP and Royal Navy cordoned off the area containing the reef. An hour later the vessels dispersed.
