Shockat Adam, the recently elected independent MP for Leicester South, has posted a message praising the “immense sense of community” and commending “the swift action taken by our justice system”, while also cautioning against online misinformation.
In a post on social media, Adam said:
The British community has spoken! We saw an immense sense of community yesterday with people of all backgrounds standing shoulder to shoulder to send a strong message to those who seek to divide us. Hope not hate.
I want to commend the swift action taken by our justice system to ensure those bringing violence to our street are processed quickly, sending a clear message.
However, I stress the importance of keeping yourself safe when you are out and about. Report any incidents to police swiftly.
It has never been more important to be mindful of the information shared online, we have a responsibility to avoid spreading misinformation or disinformation.
Moving forward we need to have real and honest conversations with all communities to tackle the elephant in the room and address how we can move forward. There is much education needed and much to do, until we address it, this will continue to keep rearing its head.
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