PM's spokesperson criticizes Elon Musk's comments on social media platform X about civil war being inevitable, following violent riots in Liverpool. Keir Starmer emphasizes that violent thugs do not represent Britain and calls for action against online incitement. Government working with social media companies to remove criminal content promptly.
Key Points
Downing Street criticizes Elon Musk's comments on civil war
Keir Starmer condemns violent thugs and calls for action against online incitement
Government working with social media companies to remove criminal content promptly
Efforts to address capacity concerns in prisons for arrests and prosecutions
Pros
Government taking a stand against incitement of violence
Efforts to hold social media platforms accountable for criminal content
Action being taken to address violent riots and online criminal behavior
Cons
Elon Musk's controversial statements on civil war and interactions with far-right figures
Concerns about capacity in prisons to handle arrests and prosecutions