I know that the people of Leicester share my anger and sadness at the disturbances that have taken place in the city.

These were carried out by a small group of people – mostly very young – who have no regard for others, or for their community.

This is not what Leicester is about. Leicester is a proud, harmonious and peaceful city – and the actions of local people since the disturbances have demonstrated, once again, that our true community spirit is alive and well.

Read the City Mayor’s full letter to Leicester residents in the Leicester Mercury.

The Leicester West MP, Liz Kendall, yesterday issued a statement on the public disorder which had occurred in Leicester this week following on from the troubles around major cities in England.

You can read her statement in full on her website.

In last night’s disturbances in Leicester City Centre, one of Age Concern’s ambulances which is used to transport some of the most vulnerable elderly people to day centres, was totally burnt out by a mindless gang of youths.

Please donate at http://www.ageconcernleics.com/home to help Age Concern replace this vital lifeline for some of our most needy elderly residents.

Thank You!