Home Office minister, David Hanson, has issued a warning to those planning on organizing further disorder in the wake of the Southport attack, stating that the government will be closely monitoring any such activities. He stressed that the government has the power to stop such disorder and will take action against those involved. While some individuals may have far-right views, Hanson noted that others may be caught up in the chaos or have genuine concerns that can be addressed through peaceful means.
In other news, Scottish ministers are being urged to follow Wales’s example by introducing a default 20mph speed limit in residential areas following a decrease in casualties on 20mph and 30mph roads after the speed limit change. Green transport spokesperson, Mark Ruskell, emphasized the life-saving impact of lower speed limits and urged the Scottish government to prioritize road safety.
In a separate incident, the Home Office threatened to deport a man who is likely to be a key witness in the inquest of an asylum seeker who died on the Bibby Stockholm barge. The man, Yusuf Deen Kargbo, is a boxer and was the roommate of the deceased asylum seeker. Following the death of Leonard Farruku, Kargbo was moved to Home Office accommodation but was later detained due to a rejected asylum claim.
The rise of AI-generated misinformation and the exploitation of the Southport attack by far-right groups to organize protests and incite violence have also been reported. The government has warned of a robust response to any disorder, with heightened police presence in affected areas. Additionally, GPs in England are set to stage industrial action for the first time in 60 years due to funding disputes with NHS England.
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