ADASS responds to UK riots

In response to the violent riots happening across the UK , ADASS President, Melanie Williams said:

“ADASS condemns in the strongest possible terms the appalling acts of violence, disorder and racism that have terrorised communities across the country in recent days.

“Stoked by disinformation spread by far-right agitators, attacks have been targeted towards citizens of diverse faiths, Muslims, asylum seekers, immigrants, and other minority groups. Attacks in our cities and towns have caused widespread distress and fear.

“Social care stands for human rights and we tackle exclusion, inequality and disaffection as part of our work. We are grateful to social care workers in all our forms working to support people who draw upon care and support through the weekend in communities affected by violence, and will continue to be part of the efforts to support individuals.”