Those who demonstrated against Mr Thaksin have a legal right to protest peacefully.

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It also says demonstrators should be able to protest peacefully.

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The report, prepared by Chief Constable Ian Learmonth, said the primary role of Kent Police was to facilitate the lawful export trade and the right of people to protest peacefully.

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The Parades Commission said it was pleased the parade and residents' protest had passed off peacefully.

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"Chile is a democracy and students have the right to protest, but I very much hope they will do it peacefully, " she said.

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