Law Society of England and Wales president Nick Emmerson said: "We are continuing to support our members and have been contacting the solicitors’ firms and advice agencies on the target list to ensure they are safe following the planned riots yesterday.
"We thank the UK government and the police for their efforts and support in recent days to keep solicitors and legal advice centres safe. The threats have been incredibly distressing for those targeted.
"We also commend those in the community who came out to peacefully defend their local area and businesses last night.
"These threats against our legal profession were an attack on our democratic values.
"Now is the time for our country and our leaders to reaffirm their commitment to the rule of law. They must ensure that all those who have committed crimes in recent days face swift justice."
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