Clean up operation underway in Rotherham after violent disorder
Some Police officers were injured there yesterday
Last updated 5th Aug 2024
A clean up operation is getting underway this morning after violent disorder in Rotherham.
Around 700 people descended on the Manvers area with protestors throwing objects, breaking hotel windows and starting fires.
South Yorkshire Police say that at least 10 officers were injured yesterday - we are set to hear more from the force later on this morning.
The violence in Rotherham's been described as 'utterly appalling' by the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper.
The Prime Minster is set to chair a Cobra emergency meeting today about unrest across the country.
More to follow...