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WATCH: Memorial to George Floyd in North Carolina last nightMayor of London Sadiq Khan has said the pockets of violence at Saturday's protests were"simply not acceptable" and has urged those out today to demonstrate peacefully and while observing social distancing.
"Londoners of all ages, races and backgrounds joined millions of people around the world yesterday to come together peacefully to say that Black Lives Matter," he said. "I stand with you and share your anger and pain. George Floyd's brutal killing must lead to immediate and lasting change in countries, cities, police services and institutions everywhere. We must root out racism wherever it is found.
"The vast majority of protestors in London were peaceful. But this vital cause was badly let down by a tiny minority who turned violent and threw glass bottles and lit flares, endangering other protesters and injuring police officers. This is simply not acceptable, will not be tolerated and will not win the lasting and necessary change we desperately need to see.
"Please also remember that COVID-19 is still a very real threat to our communities. I urge people to consider ways of making your voice heard that doesn't put yourself and others at risk of catching coronavirus. If you are planning to protest today you must do so safely, peacefully and within the law. Use hand sanitiser, wear a face covering and keep two metres apart from others.
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