Statement from the Mayor of London on Londoners standing united against racism and Islamophobia

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “I would like to pay tribute to the outstanding work of our police officers across London last night. 
 
“And to those who came out peacefully to show London stands united against racism and Islamaphobia last night - thank you.
 
“We have seen appalling violence and disorder in towns and cities across the country in recent days, but there was no repeat in our capital overnight.
 
“The Met has worked tirelessly to make it clear that such violence will not be tolerated and that anyone seeking to engage in disorder and sow division would face the full force of the law.
 
“I remain in close contact with the Met Commissioner and local people will continue to see an increased police presence across areas of London in the coming days as they seek to reassure and protect our communities.
 
“I’m clear that there is no place for violence, racism, Islamophobia and antisemitism in our city and we will never let those who seek to divide our communities to win.
 
“London is proud of our diversity and of being and open and welcoming city, and always will be.”