Vehicles set on fire by protesters. (AP Photo) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday strongly condemned the anti-immigrant violence that erupted across Belfast overnight, calling the scenes “shocking and completely unacceptable” and vowing that those behind the disorder would face the “full force of the law.““It is clear that
Vehicles set on fire by protesters. (AP Photo) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday strongly condemned the anti-immigrant violence that erupted across Belfast overnight, calling the scenes “shocking and completely unacceptable” and vowing that those behind the disorder would face the “full force of the law.““It is clear that people were targeted last night because of their background and I will not tolerate it,” Starmer said after rioters attacked homes, torched vehicles and clashed with police in several parts of Northern Ireland’s capital.The UK PM said he had spoken with the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) to thank officers and emergency responders for their efforts, and had also discussed the situation with Northern Ireland’s First Minister and Deputy First Minister.“Appealing for calm must be the priority,” Starmer
