Police in London are on high alert following right-wing riots in other parts of the country. Despite fears of escalating violence, anti-immigrant demonstrators were outnumbered by counter-protesters in immigrant-heavy neighborhoods. Peaceful demonstrations were held in support of refugees in cities across England. The protests come after violence erupted in British cities in response to a knife attack at a dance class in Southport. The suspect in the attack was not an asylum-seeker, as falsely rumored. The British royal family and London officials have condemned the violence and vowed to take action against perpetrators. Businesses in London have been boarded up as a precaution, and police are prepared to protect potential targets. The protests have highlighted divisions in society, with some feeling caught between far-right and anti-racist movements. Online far-right groups have been organizing protests, prompting a massive police response. The unrest has posed a challenge to the new Labour government, which is facing economic and social issues. Despite the tensions, London officials are working to maintain peace and protect the public.
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Despite high alert, few far-right demonstrators turned up in London
