Right to march
Such a step would be a gross infringement of the rights of free expression of this group of Christians.
They have traditionally marched peacefully in the city in the past to express their beliefs and loyalties. Restriction of this right of free expression would be damaging to the reputation of the City of Edinburgh.
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Hide AdIt would not project a favourable image of Scotland to the world. Lawful free expression of views is vital to democracy in Scotland, especially on the eve of the most important voting decision that most of us will ever be called to make.
Norman Bonney
Edinburgh