A Unite Against Racism protest is to be held at Aberystwyth Bandstand today. The gathering is being organised in response to rumours that a far-right protest has been called on Aberystwyth promenade today August 12 at the same time - midday. This comes as Dyfed-Powys police issue a statement warning against disinformation online fuelling the violent riots seen across the UK since the stabbings in Southport on 29 July.
‘Farmers need to be aware of mental health support available to them,’ minister says Rally trouble: Couple locked in by Rali Ceredigion route as others defend £3m event Aberystwyth petrol station will have bilingual signs, new owners say Aberystwyth professor launches search for first episode of 'Pobl y Cwm' The counter-protest is being advertised on social media as “a peaceful street gathering showing our solidarity against the far right” featuring speeches, samba and music. One of the organisers, Jacob Howells, said: “Ceredigion has been my home for almost a decade now and from living here I full-heartedly believe that most folk here are good and decent and stand up for what is just, free and right. “I’d like to ask and invite you all to a counter-demonstration to demonstrate our love for all members of our community.
“It’s important that even if no far-right protestors show up, we show Wales and the UK that we in Aberystwyth do not tolerate hate and discrimination against any members of our community.” A separate post was shared to local .