The British King Charles III has lauded the “community spirit” of non-violent counter-protesters he has called on to foster unity in the wake of far-right riots that broke out across various cities across the country and resulted in over 700 arrests. According to Buckingham Palace, on Friday evening, the monarch who is 75 years old had a number of phone calls to express his mind including one with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and police chiefs involved in managing response to violent clashes.
A palace spokesman stated that the king talked with Starmer and had a three-way conversation with UK Gold Commander Ben Harrington, Chief Constable of Essex and Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, chairman, National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC).
Initially triggered after mass stabbing attack in Southport killed three little girls on July 29th injuring several others when misinformation about the status of an immigrant suspect spread on social media.
“His Majesty was informed about the current situation during these conversations and expressed his sincere appreciation for efforts by police forces as well as emergency services working towards restoring peace in places affected by violence disorder,” said a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace.
“The King also shared how many times he witnessed community spirit rising against few numbers that showed aggression and criminality which were replaced with kindness as well as resilience,” he concluded.
“It is hoped by His Majesty that our common values based on mutual respect and understanding would continue uniting us even more.” The spokesperson added
Moreover, it has been disclosed that the monarch has been having private conversations updating him through peaceful resolution areas affected by violent acts stating he could not be more grateful for their work in stopping unrest from erupting again.
Its because this comes amid fears of further unrest over the weekend with police forces across Britain still remaining on high alert.
When he visited Metropolitan Police’s Special Operations Room in London last Friday after chairing three COBRA emergency security briefings since beginning of last week’s riots, Starmer advised police and all persons responsible for responding to riots that they should remain on high alert.
“The increase in the number of officers on duty and the quick dispensation of justice by courts have made a difference,” he said.
