Councillor Gareth Roberts, Leader of Richmond Council said:
“The nation is grieving following the horrific attack and tragic murders of three young girls in Southport and the subsequent riots across the UK have raised valid concerns within our borough. We recognise the unease these events may cause, particularly among our minority communities and around places of worship.
“As a Borough of Sanctuary, we welcome and empower those who seek refuge here as diversity and community has always been our strength. That is why the wellbeing and safety of all our residents remain our top priority. In response to these events, we are working closely with the Metropolitan Police who are regularly reviewing tensions and the impact on our local communities and dedicating resources to patrol and provide reassurance around the borough and at key faith sites and we thank them for their continued focus and action.
“Richmond Council stands united with all communities affected by these troubling incidents. We are here to support you and urge residents to continue standing together as we remain committed to maintaining safety and the strong community cohesion we have in our borough.”
