Riot fightback under way, says David Cameron

10 August 2011 Last updated at 01:58 ET Help

The prime minister has said the "fightback" is under way, after cities in England suffered a fourth night of violence and looting.

David Cameron said every action would be taken to restore order, with contingency plans for water cannon to be available at 24 hours' notice.

Nick Robinson reports.

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