Daily Record exposes violent men operating at far‑right “protect women” protests ahead of Glasgow event

# What the Record found

The Daily Record reported that several men who took visible roles at anti‑immigration protests — actions framed by organisers as protecting women and children — have criminal histories involving violence against former partners. The revelations came as the Pink Ladies group prepared a major demonstration at Glasgow Green.

The disclosure follows earlier flare‑ups at demonstrations over immigration that led to chaos in parts of the city. Anti‑racist groups say the far right's rallies create an environment that attracts bullies and those seeking confrontation. Women's organisations pointed out that most violent and sexual crimes in Scotland are committed by Scotland‑born men, a point used to challenge the protesters' stated concern for women's safety.

# Who was named and what records were cited

• Ryan Marshall: Photograph and footage showed Marshall making Nazi salutes at a July protest on Glasgow Green. After his image circulated, former victims came forward. Court records reported by the Record show Marshall has multiple convictions including assault and stalking. In 2018 he admitted stalking one ex‑partner, a police officer, and was sentenced to nine months. Separately he was jailed for 30 months for another campaign of terror against a partner.

• Alan Miller: Miller was filmed at far‑right gatherings and has been accused by ex‑partners of repeated violence. One former partner posted photos reportedly showing bruising and bleeding and said Miller attacked her while she was pregnant. Miller pleaded guilty to a domestic abuse charge at Glasgow Sheriff Court in October 2017 and received 40 hours of community payback. Other assault charges had pleas of not guilty accepted.

• John Watt: Identified as a main organiser of an anti‑immigration action, Watt was reported to have been previously found guilty in 2018 of a campaign of violence against two women he had relationships with. He has led protests in towns such as Falkirk and produced online content linked to the movement.

Victims and former partners supplied social media posts, photos and testimony used in the reporting. Some of the accused did not respond to the Record's approaches described in the coverage.

# Wider reactions and context

The upcoming Pink Ladies demonstration at Glasgow Green prompted concern because previous events in recent months have seen disorder. Separate Daily Record coverage mentions policing plans to increase officer numbers for the protest.

# What this means for readers in Glasgow and beyond

This reporting shows that individuals promoted as defenders of women can have histories that contradict their public roles. For residents and local organisations, the findings change the risk calculation for public demonstrations: a protest framed around safety can include participants with documented violent behaviour, which may raise the chance of further incidents.

For journalists, campaigners and local authorities, the story underlines the importance of checking organisers' and visible figures' backgrounds and taking victims' reports into account when assessing the likely behaviour at protests.

# Short checklist for community groups and residents

• Treat public claims of protection as statements to verify against public records and credible reporting.
• Monitor police and local authority statements about planned demonstrations and any changes to policing plans.
• Encourage reporting and support for victims who come forward with evidence linked to public events.