North East Mayor Kim McGuiness says it is 'business as usual' days after riots.
Leaders in north-east England have issued a call for calm days after police and businesses were targeted in riots.
In a statement, the leaders said: "We are determined that the actions of a minority will not stand in the way of people going about their daily lives."Ms McGuinness and the leaders of Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, South Tyneside, North Tyneside, Gateshead and Northumberland councils praised Wednesday's peaceful counter-protests as "truly a sight to behold".
"A robust policing presence has been prepared, officer leave has been cancelled and resources redeployed to ensure officers are out and visible in our communities to keep you safe.Some pubs and shops closed early on Wednesday due to fears of potential unrest. The statement from council leaders added: "We live in a proud region made up of diverse communities with a hard-earned reputation for being a friendly and welcoming part of the country.
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