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General discussion for (Tottenham) riots
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Be safe. Perhaps have some sort of "weapon" that you may not need to use to calm you down?
i NEED to go to bed but this is riveting.
I think it's all the burning shops
I need to finish the work I'm supposed to be doing!...much enquiry having been made concerning a gentleman, who had quitted a company where Johnson was, and no information being obtained; at last Johnson observed, that 'he did not care to speak ill of any man behind his back, but he believed the gentleman was an attorney'.0 -
neverdespairgirl wrote: »I think it's all the burning shops - our flat is over a cafe and a dry cleaner's, in a road full of shops and restaurants.
I need to finish the work I'm supposed to be doing!
Check your fire alarms and you'll be fine.0 -
My heart goes out to London's police tonight
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Seriously, for how long do we leave the thugs to burn our city down before we bring in the army to sort them out??? This is unreal! And totally unacceptable!
Heard in Chalk Farm: Let's rob Hampstead bruv....
I think that eveyone is worried abou it escalating to guns - and then it will be really bad!0 -
neverdespairgirl wrote: »I think it's all the burning shops - our flat is over a cafe and a dry cleaner's, in a road full of shops and restaurants.
I need to finish the work I'm supposed to be doing!
Back to work and stop watching the news!
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If looting is the main objective here and its not political, those of us who live in nicer areas with a better class of shop are far more at risk than with the likes of aldi and lidl.0
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Do you sell your swag in the 'Loot' ??? Sorry......... LOL
Such a shame how the youngsters energy can't be put into something else??
I had a strict upbringing and had to be inside earlier than most. I was afraid of punishment @ home, so I tended to behave myself.
Where has it all gone wrong??0 -
setmefree2 wrote: »I think that eveyone is worried abou it escalating to guns - and then it will be really bad!
Yes but what have we allowed these moronic thugs to do to our city? And let them get away with it?
Kind of gives a bad message that anyone can do this anytime, and it's ok!0 -
neverdespairgirl wrote: »I think it's all the burning shops - our flat is over a cafe and a dry cleaner's, in a road full of shops and restaurants.
I need to finish the work I'm supposed to be doing!
Stay safe stay where you are,but most importantly of all ignore all advice about having a weapon to hand.
Believe me you can not prevail in a confrontation.
Let the mob have your goods but keep your lives and health intact.Hi, we’ve had to remove your signature. If you’re not sure why please read the forum rules or email the forum team if you’re still unsure - MSE ForumTeam0
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