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Merseyside Police have put a dispersal zone in place around the Suites Hotel in Knowsley until 1pm tomorrow in an attempt to ensure there is no repeat of violent disorder.

An open letter signed by charities calls for leaders to create a ‘system that is fair and compassionate, and brings cohesion instead of…

Political leaders should take a clear stand and condemn violence against asylum seekers, charities have said - as they warned scenes like those outside a Merseyside hotel could be replicated across the country.

Organisations supporting refugees signed a letter criticising the "inflammatory language" and policies that "demonise" people…

Charities condemn policies that ‘demonise’ refugees after home secretary accused of victim blaming

The call came after 15 people were arrested after protests in Knowsley turned violent on Friday.

Organisations signed the letter following horrifying scenes outside the Suites Hotel in Knowsley, Merseyside housing asylum seekers on Friday , which saw fireworks thrown at police.