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Thomas Kerr: “I saw what appeared to be a drug deal taking place in broad daylight, people openly consuming drugs, widespread alcohol…”

On the recordJuly 17, 2026
I saw what appeared to be a drug deal taking place in broad daylight, people openly consuming drugs, widespread alcohol abuse, large groups of men gathering around St Enoch Square creating an intimidating atmosphere, and behaviour from some men that left a young teenage girl appearing visibly uncomfortable.
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Thomas Kerr
Reform UK

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Claiming to witness disorder in Glasgow during a walkabout.

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