A secret video reveals a far-right group making disturbing comments about migrants, prompting calls for legal action against extremist organizations.
Merthyr Tydfil: A recent undercover video has exposed some shocking comments from a far-right group. The footage shows members of Patriotic Alternative making racist remarks about migrants.
Dame Sara Khan, a former Counter-Extremism Commissioner, is urging the government to take action. She believes extremist groups should be banned, even if they don’t directly incite violence.
In the video, activists called for illegal immigrants to be shot and skinned alive. This kind of talk is alarming and raises concerns about normalizing such views in society.
Khan emphasized the urgency of the situation. She fears that without changes, groups like Patriotic Alternative will continue to radicalize young people and weaken democracy.
Criminal barrister Ramya Nagesh pointed out that people were prosecuted for less inflammatory comments online during last year’s riots. She argues that the law needs to change to address this issue.
The BBC’s investigation took place in Merthyr Tydfil, where the group protested against housing migrants in hotels. One member even mentioned arming themselves, claiming he was buying a shotgun.
Another member shockingly stated that migrants should be shot. Aaron Watkins, who lost his job for racist comments, expressed violent views about diverse communities.
In a particularly disturbing moment, an activist compared African people to dogs and made outrageous claims about slavery. This kind of rhetoric is deeply troubling.
A spokesperson from the Home Office stated that they are working with law enforcement to combat groups that spread division and hatred. The situation remains tense and concerning.
