Thousands gather in George Square to protest Boris Johnson shutting down Parliament

It's part of a number of similar rallies taking place across the country

Author: Paul KellyPublished 31st Aug 2019

Thousands of people have gathered in Glasgow's George Square at a People's Assembly Defend Democracy rally against the prorogation of Parliament and calling for a general election.

It was part of protests across the country against the Prime Minister’s controversial plan.

Jeremy Corbyn has said next week is the “last chance” to stop a no-deal Brexit.

The Labour leader was at the Alive and Kicking Club in Springburn for an event on Saturday as part of a three-day visit to Scotland.

He was asked about comments made by Sir Keir Starmer about next week being the final opportunity to stop the UK from leaving the EU without an agreement.

Mr Corbyn added: “I'm sure he is correct because Keir has worked extremely hard as our shadow Brexit secretary.

“Yes, it is the chance and we will do absolutely everything we can to prevent a no-deal Brexit and the Prime Minister taking us into the hands of Donald Trump and a trade deal with the USA.

“That is the real agenda of the Prime Minister.

“There is a lot of work being done in preparation for next Tuesday.”

Mr Corbyn also did an impression of Boris Johnson as he mocked the Prime Minister for lacking detail in his announcements.