A criminal barrister has sparked a heated row with GB News host Patrick Christys after claiming that harsh sentences on UK rioters are justified to "protect the public".

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been criticised for his crackdown on those who took part in this summer's riots after Peter Lynch died at HMP Moorland - following his imprisonment for 'violent disorder' in Rotherham.

A criminal barrister has sparked a heated row with GB News host Patrick Christys after claiming that harsh sentences on UK rioters are justified to "protect the public".Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been criticised for his crackdown on those who took part in this summer's riots after Peter Lyn...{ai:summary}<p>A criminal barrister defended strict sentences for UK rioters, arguing they are necessary for public safety. This comes amid criticism of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's approach following the death of Peter Lynch, who was imprisoned for violent disorder.</p><p>#crime</p>

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