Yvette Cooper says prison places are ready for 'thuggish minority of criminals' ahead of emergency meeting

Home secretary warns rioters they ‘will pay the price’

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper warns people taking part in disorder across the UK that those breaking the law "will pay the price", telling them: "Criminal violence and disorder has no place on Britain’s streets." Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Home Secretary condemns riots in Southport

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has condemned the riots in Southport, describing the scenes as a "total disgrace." The unrest came after a peaceful vigil in the town on Tuesday evening which saw hundreds pay tribute to the victims of the tragedy. "This is a time when everyone should be showing respect and support for the community and the police," she said. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Home Secretary visits Southport following knife attack

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has visited Southport following a knife attack which left three children dead and nine others critically injured. Speaking at the scene, Ms Cooper said: "It's beyond every parent's worst nightmare. What should have been a children's party, having fun at the beginning of the summer holidays could then turn into something so devastating. There's deep concern about knife attacks across the country and that's why the PM has said it is a moral mission to address this." Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Home Secretary condemns ‘appalling’ attack on soldier

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemns the “appalling” attack of an army officer who was stabbed near a barracks. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn