Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, has announced the establishment of a new Violent Disorder Unit aimed at protecting the Muslim community in the wake of recent riots in Southport.
The riots followed a tragic stabbing attack that killed three young girls. Rumours that the attacker was Muslim led to far-right protesters targeting mosques, resulting in violent clashes with the police.
Starmer committed to protecting the Muslim community and emphasized a strong response to the far-right’s violence. The new unit will enhance intelligence sharing and coordination among police forces to address mob violence effectively. He condemned the far-right’s actions as deliberate and coordinated, promising a robust response in the coming days and weeks.
The announcement follows the charging of a 17-year-old boy with the murder of three girls and the attempted murder of others in the Southport attack. This incident has triggered widespread grief and outrage nationwide.
Starmer’s proactive measures to protect the Muslim community and counter far-right violence have been met with broad approval, as the UK deals with the repercussions of this tragic event.
