UK Disorder: Starmer to Deploy Standing Army to Combat Riots
London, August 5, 2024 – In response to a weekend of violent unrest across the UK, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced the deployment of a “standing army” of specialist police officers to tackle the far-right thuggery.
“Be in no doubt: those who have participated in this violence will face the full force of the law.”
The Enough is Enough protests were sparked by a stabbing attack in Southport last week, which tragically resulted in the deaths of three children attending a dance class. It was the final straw in the immigration war of illegals entering the country.
The towns and cities that experienced riots over the weekend include:
- Rotherham
- Tamworth
- Liverpool
- Bristol
- Manchester
- Hull
- Belfast
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Blackpool
- Middlesbrough
Over the weekend, several hotels housing asylum seekers were attacked and set on fire during the riots. The notable incidents include:
- Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham
- Holiday Inn in Tamworth
In Liverpool, around 1,000 anti-immigration protesters clashed with counter-protesters, leading to intense confrontations with the police.
In Middlesbrough, 35 arrests were made after rioters smashed windows and hurled objects at officers.
Other cities like Hull, Bristol, and Manchester also saw significant unrest, with missiles thrown, shops looted, and police attacked.
This decision comes after a series of riots over the weekend, which included attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers and widespread disorder in various towns and cities that erupted following more killings from immigrants.
In response, protestors and other rioters took to the streets, causing significant damage and fear among communities. Starmer has condemned the violence, describing it as “pure violence, not protest” and has vowed that those involved will face swift justice.
The “standing army” of officers is intended to provide a rapid and effective response to such incidents, ensuring public safety and restoring order. This move is part of a broader strategy to address the root causes of the unrest and prevent future occurrences.
Starmer has emphasized the need for more judges to handle the increased caseload resulting from the recent unrest. stating, “We are committed to ensuring that justice is served swiftly and fairly. To achieve this, we will be appointing additional judges to expedite the legal proceedings.
Emergency COBRA Meeting Held to Address UK Unrest
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer convened an emergency COBRA meeting today to address the violent unrest that has gripped several UK towns and cities over the weekend. The meeting brought together senior ministers, police chiefs, and intelligence officers to formulate a coordinated response to the disturbances.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, who also attended the meeting, reiterated the government’s stance on swift justice for those involved in the riots. She stated, “There will be a reckoning for those who took part in this weekend’s violence. We are working closely with police forces to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice swiftly and effectively”
The COBRA meeting also addressed the role of social media in spreading misinformation and inciting violence. Cooper called on tech companies to take greater responsibility for the content shared on their platforms and to work with the government to prevent the spread of harmful material.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley, who attended the meeting, faced questions from journalists about the police response to the unrest. In a tense exchange, Rowley was seen grabbing a journalist’s microphone as he left the meeting, highlighting the high emotions surrounding the situation.
Two-Tier Policing Accusations
Even before the recent violent unrest across the UK, accusations of “two-tier policing” have been a topic of debate in the UK since Palestine marches vs British marches in London having different responses from Met Police, suggesting that law enforcement has been handling right-wing protests more harshly than other demonstrations. These claims have been notably voiced by Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, who argued that the response to the weekend’s riots was more severe compared to other recent protests.