Keir Starmer on high alert

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged police to maintain a high alert following a week of violent unrest initiated by the tragic stabbing of three young girls in Southport. In a recent Cobra meeting, he praised swift police action and rapid sentencing as effective deterrents against further disorder, resulting in over 500 arrests thus far. Although many anticipated protests did not occur, police remain vigilant with approximately 6,000 officers on standby for potential future gatherings. The National Police Chiefs’ Council has indicated that 20 events and three counter-demonstrations were planned, emphasizing that the threat of violence persists. As arrests continue, authorities are also addressing misinformation circulated on social media related to the incidents. Starmer's government remains committed to ensuring public safety as tensions linger across the country.