UK Launches National Violent Disorder Programme Amid Rising Protests

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has introduced a new initiative to curb violent protests in the UK. The National Violent Disorder Programme aims to unify police efforts and intelligence to quickly arrest violent individuals. This response follows an incident where three schoolgirls were fatally stabbed, sparking further unrest.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rolled out a comprehensive plan to address violent protests in the UK, allocating police and intelligence resources to tackle unrest following the fatal stabbing of three schoolgirls in Southport.

The National Violent Disorder Programme aims to unify police capabilities from across the nation, facilitating swift intelligence sharing and rapid arrests of those involved in violent activities. Special surge teams will be deployed to areas facing organized violence, ensuring a robust response to any threats.

"It's not a protest. It's not legitimate. It's a crime and violent disorder. An assault on the rule of law and the execution of justice," Starmer declared after a crucial meeting with police leaders. The move follows a series of violent protests, including an attack on a mosque and multiple instances of police officers being injured, vehicles set ablaze, and objects hurled, extending the unrest from Southport to Downing Street in London.

(With inputs from agencies.)