Map shows where riots have broken out across UK with dozens more planned
Further unrest is expected tonight.
Violence has continued to erupt across the country as dozens more protests are planned for this weekend in the wake of the Southport stabbings.
Campaign group Hope Not Hate has identified more than 30 protests planned across the UK over the next two days after far-right demonstrations descended into all-out riots.
The knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class on Monday which left three girls dead sparked violent disorder in some cities and towns in England.
Thousands of people turned out to pay their respects to the victims at a vigil in Southport on Tuesday evening, but violence later erupted outside a mosque in the town with 53 police officers and three police dogs injured.
The days following saw Liverpool, Manchester, London and Sunderland turn into chaos at similar events.
Chaos across the UK
On Thursday, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced a new ‘national’ response to the disorder linking police forces across the country.
Southport, Liverpool, Sunderland, Hartlepool, London and Manchester have all seen outbreaks of violence.
Sunderland
Eight people have been arrested and three police officers taken to hospital following rioting in Sunderland city centre, police said.
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It comes after rioters battled police following a planned protest linked to the Southport knife attack.
Northumbria Police Chief Superintendent Helena Barron said in a statement: ‘We can confirm that three officers were taken to hospital for treatment of injuries.
‘One has since been discharged with the other two remaining in hospital for further treatment. We also thank our partners for the significant support they have shown throughout the evening.’
Liverpool
A large protest in central Liverpool was met by counter protestors urging for peace yesterday evening.
Hartlepool
Riots took place in London, Manchester, Hartlepool and Aldershot on Wednesday night. Photos of a car flipped over and burning in Hartlepool were widely shared on social media.
Further unrest is expected tonight.
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