Key facts
- UK minister Emma Reynolds described anti-migrant protests as "thuggish" and "intimidating."
- Protests occurred in Portsmouth and Dover.
- Far-right activists, including Daniel Thomas, organized the demonstrations.
- Vandalism, including smashed police car windscreens, was reported in Portsmouth.
UK minister Emma Reynolds has strongly condemned anti-migrant protests that took place in Portsmouth and Dover, labeling the demonstrations as "thuggish" and "intimidating."
The protests were reportedly organized by far-right activists, with Daniel Thomas identified as one of the organizers. In Portsmouth, the demonstrations involved vandalism, including smashed police car windscreens.
The minister's remarks highlight concerns over the nature and impact of these anti-migrant demonstrations.