Northern Ireland’s MLAs back motion condemning recent riots and reject “all forms of racism” in Northern Ireland

Statement from the Executive

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In a statement, the Executive Office (TEO) says "we stand united" in a call for an end to the violence, disorder and racist attacks.

The TEO goes on to say all criminality will be addressed with a "zero-tolerance approach".

"We all see the devastating impact these attacks have had on victims, their families and our communities. Those involved in violence, intimidation, in causing chaos and destruction, will be dealt with by the full force of the law," the statement says.

The TEO acknowledges the challenges facing the PSNI and says: "we will continue to press the Treasury for fair funding to deliver the best possible public services."

"It is important that we recognise the significant and positive contribution of minority ethnic people within our health service, economic, public, political, social, and cultural life," it adds.

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