John Lydon, the iconic frontman of the Sex Pistols, has publicly criticized the Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap for their controversial statements, including a call to 'kill your local MP.' During an appearance on ITV's 'Good Morning Britain,' Lydon expressed his disdain for the group's violent rhetoric, stating, 'If you're advocating the death of another human being, then you have no cause whatsoever. You are my enemy from here on in for the rest of your mediocre existence.'

Lydon's comments come as Kneecap faces scrutiny from UK counter-terrorism officers over the remarks made during a 2023 gig in London. The group has since apologized, claiming their words were taken out of context and denying any intent to incite violence. However, Lydon remained unconvinced, suggesting that Kneecap might 'need a bloody good kneecapping,' a remark that underscores his frustration with their approach.

The controversy has sparked a broader discussion about the line between provocative art and harmful rhetoric. Lydon, no stranger to controversy himself, pointed out the irony of being both criticized and celebrated by the establishment during the Sex Pistols' heyday. He dismissed any comparison between his band's anti-establishment stance and Kneecap's recent actions, emphasizing the importance of not making enemies of fellow human beings.

As the debate continues, Kneecap's future remains uncertain, with their statements under investigation. Meanwhile, Lydon's outspoken criticism serves as a reminder of the punk legend's enduring influence and his willingness to speak his mind, even when it means calling out those who might see themselves as his successors.

London's Metropolitan Police has reversed its longstanding position on grooming gangs in the capital, acknowledging for the first time that it has multiple active investigations into group-based child sexual exploitation. The shift came after an investigation by MyLondon and The Daily Express challenged official statements from both police leadership and Mayor Sadiq Khan, who had consistently maintained there were "no reports" or "no indication" of Rochdale or Rotherham-style rape gangs operating in London.

The investigation uncovered evidence from four separate His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services reports spanning 2016 to 2025 that documented at least six potential victims of grooming gang abuse. These case studies, which the Mayor of London personally responded to according to public statements, described children as young as 13 being exploited by groups of predatory men. The reports detailed how girls were plied with drugs and alcohol, raped in hotels by multiple perpetrators, and subjected to life-threatening situations.

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley revealed to Assembly Members at City Hall that the force now acknowledges a "steady flow" of live multi-offender child sexual exploitation investigations and a "very significant" number of historic cases requiring reinvestigation. The commissioner estimated these reviews would cost "millions of pounds a year, for several years" to properly investigate, contradicting previous assertions that the force had "not seen" such cases in London.

Political figures including Reform UK MP Lee Anderson and Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp have criticized the mayor's handling of the situation, with Anderson stating there is "real, credible evidence that grooming gangs exist in London" and Philp alleging that Khan is "facilitating a cover-up." A spokesman for the mayor maintained that Khan has "always been clear that the safety of Londoners is his top priority" and remains "committed to doing all he can to protect children in London."