Far-Right Protests Turn Violent Across England

There’s been a lot of unrest in England as far-right protesters have taken to the streets, with riots breaking out and some shops and cars reportedly destroyed. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is not holding back when he says those causing violence will ‘regret’ their actions and face serious consequences.

After a mob set fire to a hotel in Rotherham that was housing asylum seekers, Starmer addressed the situation, labeling the actions as ‘organized, violent thuggery’ that simply doesn’t belong on the streets. He insisted that the police are already making arrests and more will follow.

In the wake of these disturbances, it was reported that at least 90 people had been arrested during a weekend of chaos, which hit major cities like Liverpool, Southport, and Hull. Some of the clashes saw rioters throwing bricks and other objects, resulting in injuries among law enforcement officers.

Prime Minister Starmer stated that he is committed to bringing those responsible to justice as quickly as possible. He’s highlighted that this violence is being stirred up online by individuals who later hide from the chaos they provoke.

Merseyside Police have introduced new measures to give officers more power in dealing with these situations, including greater stop-and-search rights in areas where violence has been a concern. The police are determined to keep the peace and ensure the safety of communities.

Meanwhile, faith leaders across Merseyside are calling for calm, urging people to resist any temptation to spread hate or division in the aftermath of the recent tragic events in Southport.

As Prime Minister Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper continue to condemn the rising violence, they are calling for the full force of the law to be applied. Both officials stress that the actions seen over the weekend are not protests, but rather disturbing acts of aggression that must be addressed immediately.