The English Defence League has confirmed it's intention to march in Bristol on Saturday 14 July.

The group intend to march on the Bristol Pride Day which also takes place on 14 July. This annual festival, part of Bristol Pride Week, has been in the city's calendar for some time.

"Public safety remains our top priority and we are working closely with Bristol City Council and our other partners in Bristol to ensure that Pride Day is as enjoyable and successful as usual, the EDL march is peaceful, and the impact on those who live, visit and work in Bristol is minimal" said Avon and Somerset Police.

"Our challenge is to balance the rights of the protesters to peaceful protest with the rights of the community and citizens of Bristol and our community contact team in Bristol is actively working with the people of the city to achieve this" they added.