On an overcast Saturday, a group of young men, part of the neo-Nazi group White Vanguard, marched in Peterborough, chanting “White man! Fight back!” and displaying black flags with Third Reich symbolism. They targeted Dennis Jones, a former Labour councillor, accusing him of being a “traitor” for allegedly denigrating grooming gang victims. This demonstration reflects the group’s rise, characterized by antisemitic, racist, and homophobic rhetoric, and is part of a broader trend of alarming extremist activities.
White Vanguard, led by 21-year-old Kai Cunningham, emerged earlier this year and promotes white supremacist views while operating freely on social media platforms. Their actions include intimidating Jewish officials, organizing protests against asylum hotels, and hosting a summer camp that culminated in a Nazi-style book burning.
Authorities have been alerted to the group’s actions, though they claim to adhere to legal standards. Anti-racism advocates express concern over White Vanguard’s brazen extremism, drawing parallels with earlier extremist groups like National Action. As tensions rise, counter-terrorism officers are monitoring the group’s inflammatory online content, while Cunningham has attempted to distance the organization from violence despite its provocative actions.
