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Government’s hushed report shows racism is contributing to coronavirus deaths among ethnic minorities
Deep dismay and anger as evidence mounts that the virus is “exacerbating existing inequalities”.
Video – BLM activist who carried man to safety wants ‘equality for all’
“We were ready to help anyone, no matter what their colour, it’s for the right purpose."
Group abuse people having picnic in park during far-right demonstrations
More than 100 arrested during protests where many of those present chanted ‘Tommy Robinson’ and sang the national anthem as violence erupted around London.
Boris Johnson ‘must show leadership’ on inequality and racism in UK
More than 100 people were arrested at a far-right protest in London on Saturday.
Boris Johnson orders review of two-metre rule as shops re-open
The move comes as thousands of non-essential shops in England are set to re-open on Monday.
Scouts must learn ‘failings’ of founder Baden-Powell, says Bear Grylls
The Chief Scout expressed his support for the Black Lives Matter movement.
Man charged with poisoning homeless people with hot chili pepper resin
Food was laced with oleoresin capsicum, which officials described as twice as strong as pepper spray.
Australian prime minister apologises for ‘no slavery’ claim
Scott Morrison had defended the legacy of British explorer James Cook.
Arrest after man seen urinating on PC Keith Palmer memorial
Image appeared to show man relieving himself beside tribute to Westminster terror attack victim.