King Charles ‘greatly encouraged’ by response of Brits to rioters as he praises ‘community spirit’ and thanks police
KING Charles is “greatly encouraged” by the response of many Brits to the ongoing riots.
The monarch has praised the “community spirit” as well as the bravery of police officers amid the unrest – with forces remaining on “high alert” over the weekend.
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Courts up and down the country continue to work around the clock with those responsible for the mass disorder facing swift justice.
And with around 100 areas earmarked by far-fight groups for demonstrations on Wednesday – Brits came together to the flood the streets with banners in support of refugees and migrants.
But with more anti-immigration rallies scheduled tonight and in the coming days, the mobilisation of police forces continues.
Earlier this week, Charles had made a formal request to be kept updated on the evolving situation after thugs vowed to target scores of migrant centres.
As such, the King has this evening held a private phone call with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in his efforts to remain up to date.
The monarch, who is in Birkhall, Scotland, has also had a joint call with the Chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, and UK Gold Commander Ben Harrington, Chief Constable of Essex.
The Palace said these conversations are “in addition” to the private calls Charles has made throughout the week, “concerning recent events – and in particular the impact they have had on affected communities”.
“This evening The King held a phone audience with the Prime Minister, and additionally had a joint call with the Chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, and UK Gold Commander Ben Harrington, Chief Constable of Essex,” a statement continued.
“In these calls, His Majesty was updated on the current situation and expressed his heartfelt thanks to the police and emergency services for all they are doing to restore peace in those areas that have been affected by violent disorder.
“Additionally, The King shared how he had been greatly encouraged by the many examples of community spirit that had countered the aggression and criminality from a few with the compassion and resilience of the many.
“It remains His Majesty’s hope that shared values of mutual respect and understanding will continue to strengthen and unite the nation.”
It comes after Brits came together in force to quell riot fears this week as cops launched the UK’s biggest ever police mobilisation.
Never before had 41 out of Britain’s 43 forces been deployed to intervene in what police expected to be a “busy” night – with 100 areas earmarked for far-right riots.
Some 741 people have been arrested, of which 302 have been charged, over rioting in parts of the country.
Meanwhile, a judge savaged “cowardly and disrespectful” thugs as the UK’s oldest rioter shouted “I’m f****** 70, mate” before being arrested – and a 13-year-old child has been charged with disorder.
Footage shows William Morgan, 69, also shouting “I’m English” as he was detained for violent disorder in Liverpool on Saturday – with cops on alert for further potential unrest this weekend.
Morgan, of Walton, was yesterday sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court to two years and eight months in jail after admitting violent disorder and possessing an offensive weapon.
While a child, 13, has become the youngest rioter to be charged over the chaos.
The schoolkid, who can’t be named because they’re under 18, was charged with violent disorder and will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court.
