Hong Kong police clear barricades of pro-democracy protesters in Mong Kok

Hong Kong police have cleared tents and barricades in the Mong Kok area as part of attempts to rein in disruption caused by pro-democracy protests.

There were no reports of resistance from any of the demonstrators, some of whom have re-grouped nearby.

A similar operation earlier this week sparked outrage after a video showed of police beating a protester.

Hong Kong's Chief Executive said the government could hold new talks with student protesters next week.

The protesters, now mostly students, are angry about China's restrictions on who can stand in Hong Kong's next leadership election in 2017.

Source: BBC