Warning of Potential Race Riots in British Cities if Political Parties Fail to Precautionary Measure

Anti-fascist demonstrators and far-right organizations have clashed in recent months, resulting in street violence and arrests. Experts have warned that if political parties do not take necessary precautions during the next year's general election, British cities may witness race riots similar to those seen in 2001. The Home Secretary and his colleagues have been accused of fueling the far-right by adopting rhetoric on immigration, further alienating minority communities.

Key Takeaways:

• Ninety people were arrested in Birmingham after clashes between the far-right English Defence League (EDL) and counter-demonstrators near the city centre last weekend.
• Arun Kundnani, of the Institute of Race Relations, has accused the Government of inflaming passions on both sides by constantly using phrases such as "bogus asylum seekers" and "bogus refugees".
• The Labour Party has dismissed concerns about potential violence, stating that it is the responsibility of all mainstream parties to defeat the British National Party (BNP) and their policies.
• There has been a progressive increase in far-right politics over the past eight years, with the BNP increasing their support in every election and the emergence of groups like the EDL focused on street violence.
• The Institute of Race Relations has criticized the Labour Party for adopting British National Party rhetoric to win back voters.
• Arun Kundnani warned that irresponsible campaigning on issues like immigration, Muslim life in Britain, and national identity could trigger violence.

Statistics:

• Ninety people were arrested in Birmingham after a clash between the EDL and counter-demonstrators.
• 2001 saw a previous instance of race riots in British cities.
• Eight years of progressive increase in far-right politics in the UK.
• The BNP increased their support in every election during this period.
• 100% of BNP's support increase during the past eight years.

Sources:

• ANI London, Sep. 11 (ANI):
• Sky News reports.
• The Institute of Race Relations.
• British National Party (BNP).