Minister condemns riot but urges review of police anti-racism guidance following Henry Nowak death – UK politics live
Summary
A man named Henry Nowak died after being handcuffed by police during an incident where he said he had been stabbed. The death led to protests and rioting in Southampton, UK. Government officials condemned the rioting and called for a review of police anti-racism training and policies.Key Facts
- Henry Nowak died after being handcuffed by police; he had said he was stabbed.
- Nowak’s killer was sentenced to life in prison.
- Riots occurred in Southampton following the incident.
- Two arrests were made during the riots: one for assaulting a police officer and one for possession of a weapon.
- The policing minister urged people to remain calm and let justice take its course.
- The Home Office plans to review a police anti-racism guidance document after criticism.
- The guidance document aims to promote equality of police outcomes among ethnic groups but has been controversial.
- Police chiefs are currently reviewing the anti-racism policy language.
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