Some 20 police officers injured in violent disorder across Northern Ireland

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A total of 20 police officers have been injured in a number of violent incidents in the last week in Northern Ireland, the police chief has said.

Chief Constable Jon Boutcher slammed the “despicable scenes” which has erupted across Northern Ireland in recent days.