A FURIOUS row has erupted between the organisers of Pride Glasgow and splinter groups after they slammed protesters who were arrested at the event.

Thousands of punters descended upon Glasgow over the weekend as the two-day event celebrated by members of the LGBTI community kicked off in the heart of the city.

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Five people were arrested at the event - at which First Minister Nicola Sturgeon spoke - after a small protest was staged against the presence of police.

Bosses at Pride Glasgow then released a statement slamming those involved in the protest which they say "jeopardised the safety of everyone attending the parade".

The statement sparked anger among many in the LGBTI community who branded it "

Pride Glasgow bosses said in their statement: "Pride Glasgow is extremely disappointed in the actions of a small group of people that tried to target the Pride Glasgow Parade yesterday.

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"Whilst Pride Glasgow promotes an Equality for all agenda and free speech the actions of this group jeopardised the safety of everyone attending the parade.

"The Pride Parade in Glasgow has always been a platform for protest alongside a celebration of LGBTI life and we are saddened that this shameful attempt to sabotage the parade has come from within the LGBTI community."

Kirstie English hit back on Facebook, saying: "

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Holly Cunningham added: "

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Pride Glasgow bosses went on to say that they "encourage the participation of uniformed services" including police in the and whilst "others may have a different view... actions which endanger others will not be permitted."

They added: "Pride Glasgow support the actions of Police Scotland in dealing with this group to ensure the safety of everyone on the Parade and the Festival. "This year’s parade was one of the biggest ever to happen in Glasgow and with over 90 floats and walking groups alongside over 6000 individuals the majority of which followed the correct guidelines set out by Glasgow City Council for parades but we were disappointed that Sheboom a group who have taken part historically in the parade felt the need to break this by splitting the parade and continuing to play music outside the Cathedral which is a requirement from Glasgow City Council for all parades to cease music during the passing of any place of worship.

4 Police in attendance at the parade Credit: Getty Images - Getty

Female drumming band Sheboom said in response: "SheBoom have not been approached for a statement on this matter prior to this very public apportioning of unjust blame and are disappointed that a more formal process has not been followed.

"SheBoom have serious concerns about several issues that we will raise with Pride Glasgow through the proper channels to address this with organisers and thank everyone for their support."

Police confirmed two men, aged 16 and 24, were arrested and detained in police custody in connection with alleged breach of the peace, police obstruction and resisting arrest.

One man, 19, and two women, 23 and 28, were arrested and liberated.

A spokeswoman said: "A report will be submitted to procurator fiscal."

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