Far-right riots planned for London have been condemned by politicians across all parties.

London has been warned of far-right protests this evening (August 7).

Labour, Conservative, Green and Liberal Democrat leaders in the London Assembly have issued a statement saying the violent and racist behaviour displayed by some is "completely unacceptable".

The unrest comes amid riots across the country after the fatal stabbing of three young girls in Southport on July 29.

False claims were spread online that the perpetrator was an asylum seeker, but the violence continued even after the lies were proven to be false.

Police have been injured, shop windows smashed and hotels housing asylum seekers targeted in cities around the UK.

The Metropolitan Police has said it will use "every power, tactic and tool" available to prevent further riots by far-right groups and "keep communities safe"

Sarah Sackman, MP for Finchley & Golders Green, posted a statement on X suggesting far right groups are planning to target a service helping immigrants in Finchley this week.

Harrow Council and the Met previously said they were working to verify claims of a planned protest, although Harrow West MP Gareth Thomas said there was no indication one would go ahead.

The City Hall statement is signed by assembly chair Andrew Boff, Labour group leader Len Duvall, Conservative group leader Neil Garratt, Green party leader Caroline Russell, and Liberal Democrat City Hall leader Hina Bokhari. 

They said: “The violent and racist disorder seen across the country in recent days is completely unacceptable, and we are deeply concerned by reports of potential disruption in London tonight.

“It is vital that Londoners come together to support each other, to show unity with those being targeted by these senseless acts, and to reject the hate of the small minority trying to divide us.

“Our thoughts are with all those affected by the disorder across the country, and with the police officers who bravely put themselves on the front line to keep us safe.”