Key facts
- The UK government will issue a response to recent street riots.
- The disorder has occurred for two consecutive nights.
- The situation impacts Keir Starmer's political focus before the Makerfield by-election.
The United Kingdom is facing a period of civil unrest as riots have erupted on the streets for a second night in a row. The government is expected to issue a statement on the matter this morning. The ongoing disorder has created a challenging environment for political figures, with Keir Starmer reportedly having limited news bandwidth ahead of the upcoming Makerfield by-election.