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Tory MP says Leeds riots are 'deeply concerning'

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Tory MP says Leeds riots are 'deeply concerning'

Tory MP says Leeds riots are 'deeply concerning'

Conservative MP Robbie Moore has condemned the "deeply concerning" riots in Leeds.

It comes as a police car was flipped over and a bus was set on fire at Harehills on Thursday as unrest broke out with hundreds of people gathering on the streets.

The West Yorkshire Police have called it a ā€œserious disorder incidentā€, urging residents to stay at home.

Report by Kennedyl.

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