UK Mobilizes 6,000 Police Across 41 Areas Amid Far-Right Riots, Starmer Vows Safety

Aug 7, 2024, 09:20 AM

The United Kingdom is experiencing widespread far-right riots, primarily targeting Muslims and immigrants, with violence erupting in various towns and cities. These riots have been fueled by misinformation and anti-immigrant sentiment, leading to attacks on mosques, hotels housing asylum seekers, and immigration law firms. In response, the UK government has mobilized 6,000 police officers across 41 police force areas to maintain order and ensure public safety. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, following a Cobra meeting, has promised that communities will be safe and that those involved in the unrest will face the full force of the law. Over 400 individuals have been arrested, and 100 have been charged, with substantive sentencing expected. The Law Society has expressed concern over the safety of lawyers, who have been specifically targeted by far-right groups. Anti-racism protesters have also taken to the streets in large numbers to counter the far-right demonstrations, with 100 planned protests.