A Hounslow MP has urged people in the borough to stand together against attacks of racism in the community.

Ruth Cadbury MP for Brentford and Isleworth wants to send a clear message that people must unite as post-referendum has left many concerned about the direction the country is going in.

The call comes after her office dealt with dozens of emails and phone calls from worried constituents on Wednesday (June 29), with one sobbing down the phone saying ‘if the economy is trashed there might be a way back from that, but if society is ruined there is no going back.’

Ms Cadbury said: “The Leave campaign contributed to the debate on the referendum by demonising Syrian refugees who are fleeing war, in a poster campaign.

"Just a few weeks ago my friend, Labour MP Jo Cox, was murdered on the way to her surgery, we have truly seen the ugly side to politics.

Tributes are paid to Jo Cox during a vigil for the late MP in Hounslow

“In amidst our debates about immigration, it seems we have forgotten that it is not just a statistic, these are human beings. Human beings with feelings, who are feeling threatened, unwelcome and scared in our country.

“Today, I am horrified to hear that this prejudice exists in our own borough. It seems some people need reminding that Hounslow is a diverse and vibrant borough with so much to offer.

“I hope that we can stand together united against attacks on our community. I am asking all of us to be extra vigilant and stand up to racist, xenophobic behaviour.

“The legacy of the referendum cannot be a Britain more divided, it cannot be a Britain where children go to school crying for fear of being deported and it cannot be a Britain where people of all races and backgrounds no longer feel safe.”

Earlier this week, Hounslow police chief pledged to crack down on Brexit-fuelled hate crime and make London 'greatest city in the world'.

On Thursday (June 30), Boris Johnson MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip announced he will not run for Prime Minister following David Cameron’s announcement to step down .

This was in the aftermath of the EU referendum in which the Boris-led Brexit campaign triumphed.

'We must work together for future generations'

Members of the Ealing Equality Council have also called for members of the community to support one another in the face of the increased threat.

Hilary Panford, who chairs the group, said: "In the aftermath of the referendum of June 23, we are alarmed and saddened by the increased incidents of hate crime across the UK.

"Whilst we understand people’s concerns and underlying fears of the uncertainties we all face now, we urge you to join together to support and value all members of our communities within Ealing and surrounding boroughs from whatever background.

"There are many across our boroughs who have worked unstintingly over the last decades to eradicate discrimination and injustice based on race as well as other perceived differences."

She added: "We need to continue to work together to ensure the most cohesive working and social environment if not ourselves, for our future generations."