KING Charles is “very encouraged” by the response of many Britons to the ongoing riots.
The monarch praised the “community spirit” as well as the bravery of police officers amid the unrest – with forces remaining on “high alert” throughout the weekend.
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Courts across the country continue to work 24 hours a day, with those responsible for the mass disorder facing swift justice.
And with around 100 areas set aside by extreme war groups for demonstrations on Wednesday – Brits gathered to flood the streets with banners in support of refugees and migrants.
But with more anti-immigration rallies scheduled for tonight and in the coming days, the mobilization of police forces continues.
Earlier this week, Charles made a formal request to be kept updated on developments after bandits promised to attack several migrant centers.
As such, the King held a private phone call with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer this evening in his efforts to stay up to date.
The monarch, who is in Birkhall, Scotland, also had a joint call with the chairman of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, and UK Gold Commander Ben Harrington, chief constable of Essex.
The Palace said these conversations are “in addition” to private calls Charles has made throughout the week, “about recent developments – and in particular the impact they have had on affected communities”.
“This evening, the King held a telephone audience with the Prime Minister and additionally had a joint call with the Chairman of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, and the UK Gold Commander , Ben Harrington, Chief Constable of Essex Police,” a statement continued.
“In these calls, Her Majesty was updated on the current situation and expressed her sincere thanks to the police and emergency services for all they are doing to restore peace to areas that have been affected by violent unrest.
“Furthermore, the King shared how he was greatly encouraged by the many examples of community spirit that countered the aggression and criminality of some with the compassion and resilience of many.
“It remains Her Majesty’s hope that the shared values of mutual respect and understanding will continue to strengthen and unite the nation.”
It comes after Brits came together in force to quell fears of rioting this week as officers launched the biggest ever police mobilization in the UK.
Never before had 41 of 43 British forces been mobilized to intervene on what police expected to be a “busy” night – with 100 areas set aside for far-right riots.
Around 741 people were arrested, of whom 302 were charged, over riots in some parts of the country.
Meanwhile, a judge violently lashed out at “cowardly and disrespectful” thugs as the UK’s oldest rioter shouted “I’m 70, mate” before being arrested – and a 13-year-old was charged with disorderly conduct.
Footage shows William Morgan, 69, also shouting “I’m English” as he was detained for violent disorder in Liverpool on Saturday – with officers on alert for potential further disturbances this weekend.
Morgan, from Walton, was yesterday sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court to two years and eight months in prison after admitting violent disorder and possessing an offensive weapon.
While a child, aged 13, became the youngest rioter to be charged over the mayhem.
The student, who cannot be named as he is under 18, has been charged with violent disorder and will appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court.
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