A BODY in charge of promoting the city centre has called out social media posts on potential disorder in Worcester as "rumours".

Worcester BID has called out social media for being rife with misinformation after claims began circulating online about a protest in Worcester similar to those seen across the UK.

However, these posts have been called 'misinformation' and 'rumours'.

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According to Worcester BID, there has been speculation about protests and disorder taking place in Worcester today (Friday) and tomorrow.

A spokesperson for Worcester Bid said: "We are fully aware of the speculation about protest and disorder in Worcester today and tomorrow; the current assessment is just that – it is rumour, and there is no current traction.

"The key message is that social media is rife with misinformation and people need to be mindful of this.

"While we understand people sharing information, much of it has no basis and causes further alarm."

Worcester Trades Union Council will host an anti-racism rally outside the Guildhall tomorrow (Saturday) between 1pm and 2pm. 

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "There is no confirmed intelligence of any planned unlawful activity over the coming days, but local agencies are working together to ensure we remain vigilant and prepared after large-scale disorder elsewhere in the country.

"We are confident in our ability to respond.

"We recognise some people might feel concerned by these events and would like to reassure you that it is business as usual in our counties.

"Acts of hate have no place in our society, and we are proud of the community cohesion across the three counties we serve."