Five protesters have been hit with fines after an anti-lockdown rally in Edinburgh earlier today.
Dozens of demonstrators gathered outside the Scottish Parliament to protest over the current coronavirus restrictions, reports the Sun.
Under the current rules, Scots have been told to "stat at home" and are only allowed to leave for essential reasons in a bid to get the virus under control after cases soared.
However, this didn't stop a number of people gathering at Holyrood for the rally. Police have confirmed that five of them were issued with fixed penalty notices by officers.
Chief Inspector Murray Tait said: "Around 12.30pm on Saturday, 6 February, 2021, a number of people gathered near to the Scottish Parliament.
"Officers engaged with those involved and five Fixed Penalty Notices were issued.
“The Scottish Government regulations are clear that public processions and static protests are prohibited under the current enhanced Level 4 restrictions.
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“As they have done throughout the pandemic our officers will engage with the public, explain the restrictions, encourage compliance and, as a last resort, use enforcement where required.
“The Chief Constable has been clear, where officers encounter wilful breaches, we will act decisively to enforce the law.
“We are asking people to take personal responsibility and stay at home in order to protect our NHS and save lives.”
