Irish Examiner view: People are taking a stand against the far right

Local residents rallied around Britain in cities including Liverpool and London to take a stand against the recent orgy of violence and looting 

In contrast to the recent riots around Britain when police and muslims came under attack, Thursday's anti-racism protest in Walthamstow was a peaceful demonstration. Picture: PA

We are seeing violent images of unrest and rioting in Britain on an almost daily basis. Since three children were killed at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport last week, there have been demonstrations across Britain which have deteriorated into confrontation and looting.

British prime minister Keir Starmer has been asked to recall parliament from its summer recess to address the situation, and retailers are reporting a sharp drop in footfall as customers stay away from shopping areas to avoid the violence, much of which is focused on immigrants and ethnic minorities.