Thousands of anti-racism protesters gathered in cities across the UK on Saturday, responding to a week of violent unrest sparked by false rumors. Police arrested 779 individuals, and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer delayed his holiday to focus on the situation. Significant rallies took place in Belfast and London, with a strong police presence to ensure public safety.
Thousands of anti-racism protesters rallied across the UK on Saturday, including cities like Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, and London.
The rallies were a response to a week of violent incidents, including attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers and looting, driven by false rumors about a triple murder suspect.
Police have arrested 779 individuals connected to the riots, with 349 facing charges.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has delayed his summer holiday to address the ongoing unrest.
In Belfast, thousands gathered for a protest organized by United Against Racism, advocating for peace.
In London, about 5,000 people marched in support of refugees.
Meanwhile, police have increased their efforts to apprehend online influencers who incite violence and have made hundreds of arrests with swift sentencing.
The protests have led to a strong police response to prevent further violence, including dispersal orders and the use of Section 60 powers to stop and search individuals.