UK Politicians Condemn Farage for Exploiting Henry Nowak Murder
The murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, stabbed by Vickrum Digwa (jailed for life), sparked political controversy after Reform UK leader Nigel Farage blamed "anti-white prejudice" and claimed "two-tier Britain." Police bodycam showed Nowak saying "I can't breathe" while handcuffed. Nowak’s family urged against using the tragedy for division. Prime Minister Starmer, Tory leader Badenoch, and Liberal Democrats condemned Farage for stoking hatred. Protests later erupted in Southampton.
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UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy Tells US VP JD Vance He Was Wrong to Blame Immigration for Henry Nowak's Murder
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy told US Vice President JD Vance he was 'wrong' to blame immigration for the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was handcuffed and arrested by police as he lay dying after being wrongly accused of racism by his killer, Vickram Digwa, a British-born Sikh man who was jailed for life. Vance posted on X blaming 'mass invasion of migrants' and 'European elites' for the death. Lammy countered that immigration and murder have both fallen in the UK since the early 2000s, and the perpetrator was British-born. Downing Street also condemned Vance's comments, urging respect for the Nowak family's wish that the death not be used to create division. The case has sparked political controversy, with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage also criticized for claiming 'two-tier policing'.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)UK Rejects US Vice President Vance's Statements on Teenager's Murder
The British government has condemned US Vice President JD Vance's comments on the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak in Southampton, warning against exploiting the crime for 'division, hatred or tension'. Vance posted on X calling for 'righteous anger' and attributing the murder to an alleged 'mass invasion of migrants'. The case, in which Nowak was stabbed in December 2025 and later died after police handcuffed him while he was dying, has sparked riots and protests. The perpetrator was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 21 years. Right-wing extremists have used the case to claim that anti-racism efforts in UK policing disadvantage the white majority, while liberals suspect a racist campaign. The incident is part of ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the UK over migration policy.
taz.de - taz.deBritish PM Starmer criticises U.S. VP Vance over comments on UK teen's murder
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office has condemned comments by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, who blamed immigration for the murder of 18-year-old university student Henry Nowak in Southampton. Vance posted on X that there should be 'righteous anger' over the killing, which he attributed in part to 'the mass invasion of migrants.' However, both Nowak and his killer, Vickrum Digwa (a British Sikh), were British. Digwa was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. The case has sparked far-right protests and allegations of 'two-tier' policing, which the U.S. State Department echoed. Starmer's office criticized attempts to 'stir up division,' and the victim's father urged that his son's death not be used to create further hatred or tension.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.No.10 Accuses JD Vance of Interfering in UK Democracy Over Henry Nowak Murder
Downing Street has accused US Vice President JD Vance of interfering in British democracy after he blamed the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak on a 'mass invasion of migrants.' Nowak was handcuffed and arrested by police as he lay dying after being wrongly accused of racism by his killer, Vickram Digwa, a Sikh man who was jailed for life with a minimum term of 21 years. Vance's comments echoed those of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, who called for 'pure, cold anger' and claimed the case proves 'two-tier policing' in the UK. Hours later, violence erupted outside Southampton Police Station as protesters pelted police with missiles. Prime Minister Keir Starmer also accused X owner Elon Musk of trying to whip up division. The Nowak family has asked that his death not be used to create further division. The row is the latest example of tensions between the Trump administration and the UK government, following recent splits over the Iran war.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)No.10 Accuses JD Vance of Interfering in UK Democracy Over Henry Nowak Murder
Downing Street has accused US Vice President JD Vance of interfering in British democracy after he blamed the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak on a 'mass invasion of migrants.' Nowak was handcuffed and arrested by police as he lay dying after being wrongly accused of racism by his killer, Vickram Digwa, a Sikh man jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years. Vance's comments echoed those of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, who called for 'pure, cold anger.' Hours later, violence erupted outside Southampton Police Station as protesters threw missiles. Prime Minister Keir Starmer also accused X owner Elon Musk of trying to whip up division. The row is the latest sign of tension between the Trump administration and the UK government, following recent splits over the Iran war.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)David Lammy Rejects US State Department Claim of Two-Tier Policing in UK
UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has rejected a claim by the US State Department that there is 'two-tier policing' in the United Kingdom. The controversy stems from the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed and arrested as he lay dying after being wrongly accused of racism by his killer, Vickram Digwa. Digwa was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 21 years. The State Department posted on X that 'ideological conditioning and two-tiered policing are glaring symptoms of civilisational decline,' sparking an angry backlash in the UK. Lammy, speaking on BBC Radio 4's Today programme, said he does not recognise the 'caricature' of a two-tier policing system. Liberal Democrat foreign affairs spokesperson Calum Miller accused the Trump administration of using the tragedy as a 'political football' and called for the US ambassador to be summoned to Downing Street.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)US State Department Backs 'Two-Tier Policing' Claims in UK Murder Case, Sparking Backlash
The US State Department, under Donald Trump's administration, has triggered a furious backlash by wading into a UK political row following the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was stabbed to death by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed racism to police. Digwa was jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage alleged the case shows 'two-tier policing' and anti-white prejudice, a claim rejected by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who met with Nowak's family. The US State Department posted on X that 'ideological conditioning and two-tiered policing are glaring symptoms of civilisational decline,' sending condolences. The post sparked angry reactions from UK social media users, who accused the US of meddling, politicizing the tragedy, and ignoring its own policing issues. Critics also noted the Nowak family had asked for the murder not to be politicized.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)US State Department Comments on UK Policing Spark Backlash Over Henry Nowak Case
The US State Department, under Donald Trump's administration, triggered a furious backlash by wading into a UK political row following the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was stabbed to death by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed racism, and was then arrested and handcuffed by police as he lay dying. Digwa was jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage alleged 'two-tier policing' and anti-white prejudice, claims rejected by PM Keir Starmer, who met Nowak's family. The State Department posted on X that 'ideological conditioning and two-tiered policing are glaring symptoms of civilisational decline,' sending condolences. The post sparked angry reactions from UK social media users, who accused the US of meddling, politicizing the tragedy, and ignoring its own policing issues. Critics noted the Nowak family had asked for the case not to be politicized.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)ITV's Peston Roasts Jenrick Over Misleading Reform UK Attack Ad on Badenoch
ITV political editor Robert Peston confronted Reform UK Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick over a misleading attack ad targeting Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch. The ad selectively quoted Badenoch's comments on Good Morning Britain following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by Vickrum Digwa. Digwa falsely claimed racism, leading to Henry's wrongful arrest. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage used the case to allege 'two-tier policing' and anti-white prejudice. Peston accused Reform of taking Badenoch's words 'completely out of context,' noting she explicitly rejected both 'black lives matter' and 'white lives matter' rhetoric. Jenrick defended the ad, claiming 'those are her words.' Separately, Farage faced criticism for urging 'pure, cold rage' in response to the case, despite the victim's father appealing for calm. Violence later erupted outside Southampton police station. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Farage's response as 'unforgivable.'
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)ITV's Robert Peston Roasts Robert Jenrick Over Misleading Reform UK Attack Ad on Kemi Badenoch
ITV political editor Robert Peston confronted Reform UK Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick over a misleading attack ad targeting Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch. The ad selectively quoted Badenoch's comments on the murder of teenager Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by Vickrum Digwa. Digwa falsely claimed racism, leading to Henry's wrongful arrest. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage used the case to allege 'two-tier policing' and anti-white prejudice. In an interview, Badenoch said she does not want to hear about 'black lives matter' or 'white lives matter,' emphasizing that everyone matters. Reform's ad omitted this context, implying Badenoch endorsed Black Lives Matter. Peston called the ad a 'travesty' of her position. Jenrick defended the ad, but Peston insisted the words were used 'completely out of context.' Farage also faced criticism for urging 'pure, cold rage' in response to the case, despite the victim's father appealing for calm. Violence later erupted outside Southampton police station. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Farage's response as 'unforgivable.'
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Farage Refuses to Condemn Violence at Henry Nowak Protest During PMQs
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, faced cross-party calls to condemn violence that erupted at a 'justice for Henry' protest in Southampton, but ignored them during Prime Minister's Questions. The protest followed the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by Vickrum Digwa. Digwa falsely claimed racism and Nowak was handcuffed while dying. Farage had earlier called for 'pure cold rage' over the case, citing 'two-tier policing'. The victim's family explicitly asked for his death not to be used for political point-scoring. During PMQs, Farage again raised the 'two-tier policing' claim. Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused Farage of exploiting the tragedy and disregarding the family's wishes, calling his response 'unforgivable'. MPs shouted at Farage to condemn the violence, but he continued his line of questioning.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Farage Refuses to Condemn Violence at Henry Nowak Protest During PMQs Clash
During Prime Minister's Questions, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage ignored cross-party calls to condemn violence that erupted at a protest over the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. The protest, attended by far-right figures Tommy Robinson and Laurence Fox, saw police targeted with missiles outside Southampton police station. Farage instead reiterated claims of 'two-tier policing,' which he had previously linked to the case, calling for 'pure cold rage.' Henry's family had explicitly asked for his death not to be used for political point-scoring. Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused Farage of exploiting the tragedy for grievance and division, stating the family's plea was being ignored. MPs shouted that Farage had incited the violence, but he continued his line of questioning. The exchange highlighted deep political divisions over policing and the handling of the case.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Keir Starmer Attacks Nigel Farage's Call for 'Rage' After Henry Nowak Murder
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has directly criticized Reform UK leader Nigel Farage for his call for 'pure cold rage' following the murder of Henry Nowak. Farage, in an emergency address, claimed the case showed evidence of 'two-tier Britain' and that accusations of racial slurs are taken more seriously than murder. The comments sparked backlash, and later that evening, protesters threw missiles at police in Southampton at a 'Justice For Henry' event. Starmer, during Prime Minister's Questions, praised the Nowak family's dignity and condemned the violence, stating there is 'no justification for more violence and disorder' and that 'this is a time for serious work, not rage.' The article also notes that the killer, Vickrum Digwa, was jailed for life with a minimum term of 21 years, and that the victim was arrested by police after being stabbed.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Keir Starmer Attacks Nigel Farage's Call for 'Rage' After Henry Nowak Murder
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has directly condemned Reform UK leader Nigel Farage for calling for 'pure cold rage' following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak. Farage made the comments after Vickrum Digwa was jailed for life for the killing, claiming the case proves 'two-tier Britain' and that accusations of racial slurs are taken more seriously than murder. Starmer, speaking at Prime Minister's Questions, praised the 'extraordinary dignity' of Nowak's family, who urged that the death not be used to create further hatred. Starmer accused Farage of exploiting the tragedy for political gain, stating 'this is a time for serious work, not rage.' The exchange follows violent protests in Southampton where missiles were thrown at police during a 'Justice For Henry' event. Starmer also acknowledged serious questions about how racism accusations informed police thinking and pledged support for an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)UK Home Secretary Condemns Violence at Protest Over Henry Nowak Murder
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood condemned the violence and disorder that erupted at a protest in Southampton following the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Far-right activists Tommy Robinson and Laurence Fox spoke at the 'Justice For Henry' event outside Portswood Police Station, where police were pelted with missiles. The protest occurred a day after Henry's killer, Vickrum Digwa, was jailed for life with a minimum term of 21 years. Henry's father, Mark, had urged the public not to use his son's death to create further hatred or division. Mahmood accused protesters of hijacking the tragedy and warned they would face the full force of the law. Separately, Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused Reform UK leader Nigel Farage of 'whipping up' division over his comments that the case showed evidence of 'two-tier Britain' and that racial slur accusations were taken more seriously than murder.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Starmer Accuses Farage of Whipping Up Division Over Henry Nowak Murder
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Reform UK leader Nigel Farage of 'whipping up' division following the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was stabbed four times by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed racial abuse and was jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years. Bodycam footage showed Nowak saying 'I can't breathe' as police handcuffed him. Nowak's father pleaded for the murder not to be used to create further hatred. Farage, in an online address, called the case evidence of 'two-tier Britain' and claimed white people's rights matter less. Starmer condemned Farage for ignoring the family's wishes. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Liberal Democrat home affairs spokesperson Max Wilkinson also criticized Farage, accusing him of racializing society and dividing communities.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Keir Starmer Accuses Nigel Farage of Whipping Up Division Over Henry Nowak Murder
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Reform UK leader Nigel Farage of 'whipping up' division following Farage's reaction to the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was stabbed four times by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed racial abuse and was jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years. Farage broadcast an emergency address claiming the case proves 'two-tier Britain' and that white people's rights matter less. Starmer condemned Farage, noting the victim's family explicitly asked for the murder not to be used to create further hatred or division. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Liberal Democrat home affairs spokesperson Max Wilkinson also criticized Farage, with Wilkinson calling his actions 'divisive, dangerous and fundamentally un-British.'
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Farage Condemned as 'Dangerous and Un-British' Over Response to Henry Nowak Murder
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has been sharply criticized by MPs across the political spectrum for his response to the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Farage used an emergency address to claim the case demonstrates 'two-tier Britain,' arguing that an accusation of a racial slur was taken more seriously than murder. The controversy follows the life sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who stabbed Nowak four times and falsely claimed racial abuse. Police bodycam footage showed Nowak telling officers 'I can't breathe' while being handcuffed, despite being fatally wounded. Nowak's father explicitly asked that the murder not be used to create division. In a Commons debate, Liberal Democrat MP Max Wilkinson accused Farage of being 'divisive, dangerous and fundamentally un-British.' Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood condemned anyone using the tragedy to stoke division, and urged the public to reject misinformation. Sikh MP Tan Singh Dhesi also criticized the far-right for scapegoating the Sikh community over the unrelated use of a kirpan.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Farage Criticized for 'Dangerous and Un-British' Response to Henry Nowak Murder
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has been accused of being 'divisive, dangerous and fundamentally un-British' after calling for 'pure cold rage' following the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was stabbed four times by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed racial abuse. Police bodycam footage showed Nowak telling officers 'I can't breathe' while being handcuffed. Farage claimed the case proves 'two-tier Britain' and that racial accusations are taken more seriously than murder. In a Commons debate, Liberal Democrat MP Max Wilkinson and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood condemned Farage for using the tragedy to stoke division. Nowak's father had urged against using the murder to create further hatred. The home secretary called for calm and responsible handling of the case.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)Nigel Farage Condemned for 'Dangerous and Un-British' Response to Henry Nowak Murder
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has been widely condemned by UK politicians for his response to the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Nowak was stabbed four times by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed racial abuse; police bodycam footage shows Nowak telling officers 'I can't breathe' while being handcuffed. Farage called for 'pure cold rage' and claimed the case proves 'two-tier Britain' exists. In a Commons debate, Liberal Democrat MP Max Wilkinson accused Farage of being 'divisive, dangerous and fundamentally un-British.' Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood urged against using the tragedy to stoke division, while Labour MP Tan Singh Dhesi criticized the far-right for scapegoating the Sikh community over the unrelated murder. Nowak's father explicitly asked that the murder not be used to create further hatred or division.
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