LISTEN: "Orangefest" To Go Ahead

The Orange Order has defended a planned event in Glasgow - "Orangefest", which takes place in George Square later.

Thousands of people have now signed a petition calling for it to be cancelled.

The event includes music, speeches and religious aspects with a 400-strong parade through Glasgow city centre ending the day.

It has been approved by Glasgow City Council.

Organisers say it aims to create a better understanding of the group - these people we spoke to aren't convinced:

We contacted the Orange Order, but they refused to give us an interview.