I’m deeply concerned that the impact of COVID-19 will compound the underlying causes of violent crime in London; including deprivation and poverty. But the Govt is making it harder for us to keep Londoners safe at a time when lockdown eases and the risk of violence rises. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/zlq848QXBo
— Mayor of London (gov.uk/coronavirus) (@MayorofLondon) July 3, 2020
We can’t keep waiting for the Government to catch up with the rest of the world. If we’re to prevent a second wave of infections in London, we urgently need them to make face coverings mandatory in all enclosed public spaces. https://t.co/58ACozXFPs
— Mayor of London (gov.uk/coronavirus) (@MayorofLondon) July 3, 2020
We know from history what huge damage Government austerity measures can have on policing in London and in perpetuating the cycle of violent crime. I’ve urged Ministers to provide adequate support to London’s youth services and @MetPoliceUK as we come out of lockdown. 2/2
— Mayor of London (gov.uk/coronavirus) (@MayorofLondon) July 3, 2020