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London Riots: Blame the Yobs

Francis Gilbert explains how knowing the definition of “yob” is crucial to comprehending the London riots.

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The orgy of violent disorder that has swept like wildfire through our cities during the last few weeks has certainly shocked teachers like me, but having said that, knowing young people as we do, I’m not sure that we’re too surprised.

But first, a definition: to understand where I’m coming from,...

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