Force to keep an eye on protest.

POLICE will step-up their presence in Wrexham today to keep an eye on a planned march.

The Welsh Defence League are staging the march in North Wales' biggest town at an undisclosed time.

Also today from 10am-4pm an anti-fascist group called Wrexham Communities Festival will be holding a gathering in Queens Square.

It will feature a programme of music, arts and food to show the area's multi-cultural strengths.

Although police have not revealed how many officers will be on Wrexham's streets, there will be an heavier presence then normal.

Temporary Deputy Chief Constable Ian Shannon said: "We are aware of and preparing for a potential protest planned for Wrexham on Saturday, November 21.

"North Wales Police has a responsibility to safeguard the right to peaceful protest and to safeguard the rights of individuals to carry out their normal lives.

"These responsibilities need to be balanced to ensure a proportionate police response. Officers will work with all parties to ensure the safety of the public.

"Whilst people have the right to protest, public safety and maintaining order is our priority. I would ask that those involved conduct themselves in a manner which will allow them to achieve their aims whilst at the same time allowing others in the area to go about their daily business."

Wrexham locals were also organising their own counter protest against the WDL.