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The far right riots, Starmer’s response, and the role of Elon Musk

A week on from the attack in Southport, cities across the UK are burning as disinformation spreads and far right groups gather to riot.

Lewis and Jon analyse Kier Starmer's response - how can the government get control of the situation? And how much is Elon Musk and social media to blame for the spread of the riots?

Editor: Tom Hughes

Producers: Natalie Indge & Zeynel Can Yuce

Digital Editor: Michaela Walters

Social Media Editor: Georgia Foxwell

Video Production: Rory Symon & Shane Fennelly

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