Prime minister to meet with senior police officers in Downing Street after disorder in parts of EnglandMayor of London Sadiq Khan said there is “no place for criminality on our streets” as he described scenes in London last night as “completely unacceptable”.Pledging his full support for the Metropolitan police to take action against those “intent on violence, causing disorder and spreading division in our city”, he added:At this time of rising tensions, we all have a responsibility to pull together and reject hateful narratives, and ensure our towns and cities are safe and welcoming for everyone.In London, our diversity is our greatest strength and we will always stand united against those spreading hate and division.” Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2024-08-01 09:33:57
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