Rapid review of extremism announced - as Yvette Cooper accuses Southport rioters of 'hijacking grief'

Service celebrates life of girl killed in Southport

Mourners have lined streets decorated with pink ribbons as a “special day” is held to celebrate the life of a seven-year-old killed in the Southport knife attack. A horse-drawn carriage arrived at St John’s Church in Birkdale, near Southport, for the funeral of Elsie Dot Stancombe. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Merseyside Police pays tribute to Elsie Dot Stancombe

A “special day” is held to celebrate the life of a seven-year-old, Elsie Dot Stancombe, killed in the Southport knife attack. Deputy chief constable of Merseyside Police Chris Green also spoke during the service on behalf of the emergency services. He said: “We all feel extremely privileged to celebrate her life with you and pay our respects.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Elsie Dot Stancombe's teacher reads classmates’ tributes

A “special day” is held to celebrate the life of a seven-year-old, Elsie Dot Stancombe, killed in the Southport knife attack. In a tribute, teacher Katie Sykes, from Farnborough Road School, said Elsie had the ability to light up any room she entered. Ms Sykes read out memories from her classmates: “Elsie was always teaching me when we played together, Elsie loved to make me laugh,” one classmate said. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

There has to be a 'reckoning' for riots, Home Secretary says

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says there will be a "reckoning" for the violence seen over the last week and those involved must "face the courts". Ms Cooper confirmed that there have already been over 400 arrests and there will be more. 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 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