Protests: Those who have participated in hate and disorder should feel the full force of the law

Commenting on the protests seen in London today, Liberal Democrat Home Affairs spokesperson Alistair Carmichael MP said:

"The horrific cases of antisemitism and support for terrorist organisations that we have seen on the streets of London today need to be totally condemned. It has no place in our society. 

"Likewise, the violence of the far-right mob earlier and their disrespect of Armistice Day must be utterly condemned. These people are a disgrace towards everything that they claim to represent.

"The police need to be commended for their professional and brave work in dealing with these most challenging of circumstances. We should all extend them our gratitude for keeping us safe.

"Those who have participated in this hate and disorder should feel the full force of the law. 

"Many communities are rightfully anxious and fearful right now. We should all be mindful of our words and actions so that we do not stoke further divisions and tensions.

“The events of today should give everyone in public life pause for reflection. They demonstrate that the words we use can have consequences that go well beyond mere words. Political rhetoric that emboldens mobs such as we have seen today should have no place in our politics."

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