Large numbers of police were used and special dispersal powers put in place to deal with the unrestA review of recent unrest in Leicester is set to be boycotted by one part of the city's religious community.following tensions involving mainly young men from Muslim and Hindu communities.
The disorder gained international attention with the Indian government calling for Hindus to be better protected, while the Pakistani government said Muslims needed greater safeguards.and said he expected conclusions by early next year. Mr Patel claimed Dr Allen's description of a march by Hindu men through a Muslim area in Leicester lacked balance and, allied with his background studying Islamophobia, made him unsuitable."The fact he has passed judgement, the fact he has ignored, even in his comments, the other chanting that was happening in the streets of Leicester.
"And a process of selecting that panel or person that is clear and transparent - and none of those apply in this case."Sir Peter was also criticised for "consistently ignoring" the feelings of the Hindu community including making the announcement during the Hindu new year. "Given the concerns expressed by the city's Hindu temple and community centre leaders, we would like to expedite this opportunity to ensure they - and the city's Hindus more widely - feel confident in being able to support and contribute to the review process," he said.