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