Three thousand riot officers are set to be deployed across England and Wales due to concerns over anticipated anti-asylum seeker protests and counter-protests. This marks the first large-scale mobilization of public order officers since last summer's riots. While no specific intelligence of violence exists, an additional 800 officers have been made ready. At least 20 protests targeting hotels housing asylum seekers are planned, potentially leading to complex dynamics among different protest factions. Police will determine deployment strategies on the ground to maintain order and minimize disruptions.
Police commanders have decided to deploy 3,000 riot officers amid concerns of potential violence from anti-asylum seeker protests and counter-protests this weekend. This mass mobilization is unprecedented since last summer's riots.
At least 20 protests targeting hotels housing asylum seekers are anticipated, with possibilities of counter-protests complicating the situation. The police acknowledge challenges in managing diverse crowd dynamics.
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