Anti-racists mobilise to counter ‘unprecedented’ UK far-right rallies Mass movement aims to ensure rightwing demonstrations this weekend are opposed The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024
Southport attacks: what we know about knife crime in the UK and how to solve it The knife attack on a dance class of children in Southport has left the country horrified. We do not yet know much about what happened, but a male aged 17 has been charged with the murder of three girls and ten counts of attempted murder. The Conversation · Aug 2, 2024
Nation braces for weekend of far-right violence with 35 protests in wake of Southport stabbing Police chiefs issued a plea for members of the public not to join protests amid fears they will get caught up in clashes between police and far-right thugs The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2024
Met outlines restrictions on London protests this weekend after Southport stabbings Met says no ‘planned protests or demonstrations’ similar to violent disorder seen at Whitehall on Wednesday Evening Standard · Aug 2, 2024
‘Get rid of hatred’: Muslim chaplain invites protesters for burgers as mosques step up security One Muslim leader has pledged to greet any protesters who wish to engage with the community with free food and calm discussion The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2024
Tommy Fleetwood tied for lead, but playing at 2024 Olympics with heavy heart after senseless stabbing “It's very, very difficult and very, very raw at the moment,” said Fleetwood. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 2, 2024
Southport stabbing: What led to the spread of disinformation? Disinformation about the suspect’s religion leads to a rise in Islamophobia and anti-migrant anger. Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2024
Keir Starmer slams 'Nazi salute at the Cenotaph' in London as he vows crackdown on violent thugs Sir Keir Starmer has slammed a ‘Nazi salute at the Cenotaph’ during a violent protest after the Southport stabbings. Evening Standard · Aug 2, 2024
19 far-right protests planned in coming days after Southport stabbings AT least 19 far-right protests have been planned across the UK in the coming days ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2024
Far-right call to arms over Southport has echoes of Dublin stabbings aftermath Misinformation and disinformation played major part in riots after stabbings involving children The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024
Nigel Farage: Riots nothing compared to 'what could happen in next few weeks' NIGEL Farage has said that far-right riots in England is nothing compared to “what could happen over the course of the next few weeks”... The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2024
Nigel Farage giving legitimacy to violent protesters, says Liverpool mayor Steve Rotheram accuses Reform MP of excusing far-right disorder, as police fear more violence over the weekend The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024
Police brace for more far-right riots as minister warns people about rallies in wake of Southport attack – as it happened David Hanson, a Home Office minister, says there ‘is potential’ for further violence but warns agitators to ‘be prepared to face full force of law’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024
Ringleaders plotting violent protests over Southport stabbings warned by minister: 'We are watching you' Home Office minister Lord Hanson told people considering taking part in violent incidents after the Southport attack that they should be prepared to end up in court and possibly go to jail Evening Standard · Aug 2, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024 The grifters behind the Southport riot are only getting started – and they have a voice in parliament Keir Starmer has taken the first step: swift justice for those directly guilty of violence. What’s needed next will be harder, says the Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff
The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2024 Boy, 11, arrested on suspicion of arson after police vehicle set alight in Hartlepool riot as seven charged Police attacked with missiles, glass bottles and egg during violent scenes in town following Southport stabbings
The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024 ‘We don’t want to feel unsafe in the place we love’: Muslims and asylum seekers fear more far-right protests Faith leaders have been seeking security advice, while asylum seekers have decried the ‘ideology of hate and blame’ after the Southport attacks
The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024 ‘I’m lucky. Others are not so fortunate’: man injured in Southport attack tells story John Hayes was stabbed in leg as he tried to stop attacker who killed three girls
The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024 How TikTok bots and AI have powered a resurgence in UK far-right violence Experts warn growth of extremist influencers and ‘micro-donations’ could create even bigger wave of unrest
Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2024 Keir Starmer warns social media firms over misinformation sparking Southport violent disorder Starmer says violence is being ‘whipped up online’ after three girls killed
The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2024 Starmer refuses to criticise Farage after Southport conspiracy theory accusations PM says his focus is on victims as former counter-terror official says Clacton MP is ‘giving the EDL succour’
The Conversation · Aug 1, 2024 Southport riots: why social media’s role in unrest is overblown More than 100 people have been arrested in riots following the fatal stabbing of three young girls in an attack on a dance class.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2024 Police in England urged to protect mosques as far right plans more rallies Fears asylum seeker accommodation may come under threat from ‘mindless thuggery’ of agitators
The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2024 Why did a judge name Southport stabbing suspect Axel Rudakubana? A judge ruled the defendant’s identity should be revealed as he turns 18 in just six days
The National (Scotland) · Aug 1, 2024 Keir Starmer refuses to condemn Nigel Farage over Southport knife attack comments KEIR Starmer has refused to denounce Nigel Farage’s comments and conspiracy theories around the Southport knife attack after riots erupted due to…