06/08/24
30 new rallies on police radar and lawyers' offices threatened, sources say
There are 30 gatherings planned tomorrow, police sources have told Sky News.
Wednesday is expected to be a big day, with lawyers' offices potentially being targeted, Sky News understands.
Some 30% of trained riot cops are mobilised (6,000 officers), with sources saying police are better prepared than last week.
Police chiefs believe there will be another day or two of disorder, but that they have seen the worst of it. Nonetheless, they are ready if unrest escalates.
It is worth noting that not all protests said to be planned last week actually went ahead.
Sources say the number of arrests has now surpassed 400.
Charges were brought against 46 suspects yesterday and 18 more overnight.
Counter-terrorism police are investigating potential terror crimes.
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