Police chiefs described the evening's events as an inflection point in their fight against the outbreak of violent far-right protests, after only 36 gatherings took place out of a potential 160 planned events.
So far almost 500 rioters have been arrested and 149 charged, with forces carrying out dawn raids to bring in suspects. Meanwhile, dozens have already been jailed in fast-tracked court hearings.
Chairman of National Police Chief's Council (NPCC) Gavin Stephens confirmed forces are not complacent and a standing army of 6,000 trained riot police will remain mobilised to tackle any further disorder.
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