Police in London say now 525 people have been arrested and one person is confirmed dead after three consecutive nights of rioting throughout Britain. Prime Minister David Cameron spoke earlier this morning outside Downing House in an attempt to pacify the violence. We’ve been hearing reports of looting and arson. Bristol resident Andy Valentine joins us to give us the view from the ground. Rob Watson from the BBC joins the show as well.
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