Summary
A UK Cabinet minister discussed how far-right activist Tommy Robinson is influencing social unrest in the country. Recent protests led by Robinson drew large crowds in London and resulted in violence, with 26 police officers injured and 24 people arrested. The minister linked the public's grievances to issues originating from the financial crisis.
Key Facts
- Far-right activist Tommy Robinson organized a "Unite the Kingdom" rally in London.
- About 150,000 people joined Robinson's rally, while around 5,000 took part in a counter-protest.
- The protests resulted in 26 police officers injured and 24 arrests.
- Business Secretary Peter Kyle mentioned the unrest has roots in the financial crisis.
- Kyle condemned comments made by Elon Musk, who participated via video link, as inappropriate.
- Robinson criticized the UK government's handling of immigration at the rally.
- The protests involved a large police presence, with 1,000 officers from multiple forces deployed.
- Robinson was recently released from prison after serving time for defying a court order related to a libel case.
