Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

158 incidents under investigation following Leicester communal unrest

This is part of the strong message that the authorities have sent out against the recent violence in the city.

158 incidents under investigation following Leicester communal unrest

No fresh report of disturbance came from Leicester for a week, the local police said, but added that they are investigating 158 incidents as officials have sent out a strong message against violence in the city.

LeicestershireLive reported on Friday (23) citing the local cops saying that eight men were charged in connection with the recent violence in east Leicester. In another report on Sunday (25), it reported the forces confirming that a team of 50 officers was probing into 158 cases involving small sections of the Hindu and Muslim communities, many of whom were from outside Leicestershire.


Temporary Chief Constable Rob Nixon told Mercury: "This will all take time as it’s imperative it is done thoroughly to ensure those responsible are brought to justice for their crimes.”

Forty-eight arrests have been made so far including those eight charged, aged between 20 and 31.

The previous weekend saw an unauthorised protest involving around 300 men taking to the city streets. The incident ignited tensions and triggered violence across in the city's eastern parts.

The law-keepers were much assured this weekend with a spokesperson for Leicestershire Police saying, "Today was another calm night in the east Leicester area with no reports of disorder received. Thank you."

However, a 26-year-old man was arrested earlier on Sunday on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon, the report added.

"As part of our proactive patrols, a 26-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon. He currently remains in police custody. Our policing operation remains in place. We will not stand for trouble in our streets," the spokesperson said and urged people to contact the police in case of any incident or concern.

British home secretary Suella Braverman has come out in support of the force and has urged it to use all the powers "at its disposal" to tackle the recent spate of incidents.

She met with officers and police chiefs on Thursday (22) and discussed the latest updates related to the issues.

More For You

uk-railways-iStock

The package includes £415 million to upgrade the rail line between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds, and York, a route affected by delays and disruptions. (Representational image: iStock)

iStock

Government announces £1.7 bn transport investment for the North

THE GOVERNMENT has announced a £1.7 billion investment to improve transport infrastructure across the North, focusing on buses, roads, and rail.

The funding aims to upgrade key routes and improve connectivity across the region.

Keep ReadingShow less
Keir-Starmer-Getty

Keir Starmer’s communications chief has resigned after nine months in Downing Street. (Photo: Getty Images)

Getty Images

Starmer’s communications chief Matthew Doyle resigns after nine months

KEIR STARMER’s communications chief, Matthew Doyle, has resigned after nine months in Downing Street. Doyle, a Labour veteran who previously worked for Tony Blair, joined Starmer’s team as communications director four years ago when the party was in opposition.

His departure follows that of Sue Gray, Starmer’s former chief of staff, who left in the autumn. Doyle’s exit is expected to lead to the promotions of James Lyons to director of communications (strategy) and Steph Driver to director of communications (delivery), according to the BBC.

Keep ReadingShow less
Leicester leaders push for major expansion amid local government shake-up

Leicester’s population is expected to grow from 372,000 now to just over 600,000 by 2028

Leicester leaders push for major expansion amid local government shake-up

Hannah Richardson

LEICESTER leaders have named the areas they want to be incorporated into the city amid a shake-up of local government structures. The massive expansion plan would see a number of towns and villages at the city’s edges brought inside Leicester’s boundary.

Leicester City Council is looking to take part of Blaby and Harborough districts, and part of Oadby and Wigston and Charnwood boroughs. Among the communities being eyed up are Glenfield, Oadby, Wigston, Blaby, Whetstone, Syston, Anstey, Leicester Forest East, Birstall, Kirby Muxloe, Thurmaston and Countesthorpe.

Keep ReadingShow less
Lakshmi-Mittal-Getty

Mittal, who built his steel business over five decades, moved to the UK in 1995. (Photo: Getty Images)

Getty Images

Lakshmi Mittal may leave UK after non-dom tax abolition: report

STEEL tycoon Lakshmi Mittal is considering leaving the UK following the government’s decision to abolish the non-domiciled tax status. The move would make him one of the most prominent entrepreneurs to leave due to the tax reform.

Mittal, who has lived in the UK for three decades, has informed associates that his departure is likely due to Labour’s decision to end the non-dom regime, which allowed certain residents to avoid paying UK tax on foreign income.

Keep ReadingShow less
King Charles

The palace said in a statement that after receiving scheduled treatment in the morning, the king had 'temporary side effects that required a short period of observation in hospital.' (Photo: Getty Images)

Getty Images

King Charles cancels engagements after cancer treatment side effects

KING CHARLES has postponed his engagements for Thursday and Friday after experiencing side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace announced.

The palace said in a statement that after receiving scheduled treatment in the morning, the king had "temporary side effects that required a short period of observation in hospital."

Keep ReadingShow less