British PM calls for calm after protests over handcuffing of dying student
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for calm following violent protests over the handling of the murder of student Henry Nowak. The protests, led by far-right figures, resulted in clashes with police and injuries to several officers. Starmer emphasized that there is no justification for violence and that the focus should be on addressing legitimate concerns about policing.
- ▪Protests erupted in Southampton over the murder of Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed by police despite pleading for help.
- ▪Two people were arrested during the violent demonstration, which involved around 100 protesters clashing with police.
- ▪Starmer condemned calls for violence and stated that the government will ensure those engaging in disorder face legal consequences.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 9 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 2 centre, 1 lean right, 1 right.
- ▪ British PM urges calm after protests over handcuffed student's death - Reuters — Google News
- ▪ Fury erupts over video of police arresting dying student Henry Nowak — New York Post
- ▪ Henry Nowak's Murder Is a Wake-Up Call for Britain — Real Clear Politics
- ▪ Two arrests and calls for calm as Nowak protests erupt — BBC News — UK
- ▪ Protests erupt in UK over murder of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak — Euronews
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British PM calls for calm after protests over handcuffing of dying studentSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxA demonstrator reacting after kicking a police wall on June 2 near Portswood Police Station, following a protest march in Southampton, southern England.PHOTO: AFPPublished Jun 03, 2026, 11:46 PMUpdated Jun 03, 2026, 11:46 PMLONDON - British leader Keir Starmer said on June 3 that there was “no justification” for violence after protesters clashed with police in a demonstration against officers’ handling of the murder of a white student by a Sikh man.The prime minister branded as “unforgivable” calls by hard-right firebrand Nigel Farage for people to respond with “pure cold rage” to the death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak – a murder that has become highly…
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