Protests and Social Media Fuel Tensions Across the UK

Recent anti-immigration protests and online incitements have led to widespread unrest and calls for tighter regulation.

• Hundreds gathered in Belfast for a counter-protest against anti-immigration demonstrators, leading to heavy police presence and road closures.
• Two men were jailed for inciting violence through social media posts, marking the first such convictions related to recent riots.
• Keir Starmer faces pressure to launch an inquiry into the role of social media in escalating public disorder.
• Police in Northern Ireland are preparing for a busy weekend with additional officers and enhanced powers to manage potential unrest.
• Calls for calm and responsible language are being made by political leaders to prevent further violence and community harm.

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