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Anti-fascists to protest far-right Salvini's visit to Britain
Opposition far-right leader Matteo Salvini gestures during press conference at the Foreign Press association, in Rome, last week

ANTI-RACIST campaigners are mobilising against Italian far-right leader Matteo Salvini’s expected visit to Britain. 

Unite Against Fascism and Stand up to Racism are calling for mass protests to create a hostile reception for Mr Salvini, who is rumoured to be visiting London and Liverpool next month. 

UAF joint secretary Weyman Bennett said: “Unite Against Fascism are angered to hear that far-right Salvini is set to visit. 

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