Has GMP been consistent in handling protests during Covid? What police, protesters and Andy Burnham have to say... A variety of different temporary measures have been put in place throughout the Covid-19 crisis, including the decision to ban protests. Updated Don't miss a thing by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inboxInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Click here When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Your information will be used in accordance with ourPrivacy Notice. Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice It started with a few traffic cones and some handwritten banners, and ended with a pensioner in handcuffs.