It is feared far-right gatherings aren’t over despite counter-protests dominating towns on Wednesday.
Another 11 locations are reportedly being eyed up by thugs this weekend following days of launching missiles at police, looting and setting cars on fire.
Details of the latest plotting have reportedly been shared online with those responsible apparently not yet satisfied with the destruction left in their wake.
A list of areas understood to be targeted over the coming Saturday and Sunday was reportedly shared in secret Facebook groups to avoid police catching wind, The Mirror reports.
It comes after police forces up and down the country on Wednesday braced for more rioting over last Monday’s Southport attacks which, at time of writing, had not unfolded.
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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has thanked police for their response to planned anti-immigration protests across the country on Wednesday night. She said on social media: “Thank you to all the police officers working tonight to protect and support local communities.”
If the newly planned riots go ahead, the chaos would coincide with the first week of the football season, putting extreme pressure on police and public services, The Sun reports.
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Instead, thousands of counter-demonstrators took to streets in Liverpool, Bristol, Birmingham, Brighton, Walthamstow and Newcastle amongst other locations protecting businesses and centres named as targets. A list of more than 30 places from immigration law chambers to refugee support centres was posted on Telegram calling for more disorder this week.
More than 400 people have been arrested so far across the country after several days of violence. Dozens have already been charged and appeared before the courts, the majority of which have been refused bail.
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Director of Public Prosecutions Stephen Parkinson has meanwhile warned those inciting violence online – or even sharing posts that do so – could also face arrest. He said: “Anyone stirring up hateful or threatening activity on social media is potentially contributing to the violent disorder on our streets.
“You may be committing a crime if you repost, repeat or amplify a message which is false, threatening, or stirs up racial/religious hatred. Be mindful of what you are saying and sharing online, as you could face prosecution.”