The UK prime minister has announced new 'capability' across police forces to combat violent disorder. Keir Starmer held a press conference following riots in parts of England and called those behind them a 'tiny, mindless minority in our society'. The rioting in Southport, Hartlepool and London broke out after three children were killed in a stabbing in Southport. Misinformation spread online sparking far-right demonstrations that resulted in violent clashes with police officers

Source: The Guardian August 01, 2024 16:03 UTC