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Police working with Black Lives Matter protesters

Chief constable says the force will help to make the event safe

Manx police are working alongside the organisers of a Black Lives Matter protest planned in Douglas next week.

The demonstration on Tuesday (9 June) is one of hundreds taking place around the world, to raise awareness of police brutality against black people in America - following the George Floyd case.

People are set to meet on Regent Street at midday, to take part in the 'silent and peaceful' event.

Chief Constable Gary Roberts says the force will work with organisers to make sure it's safe:

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