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UN calls on Britain to rein in racist hate speech from its politicians and prominent public figures
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A UNITED Nations body has urged Britain to rein in racist hate speech by politicians and prominent public figures.
A report compiled by the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination said that members were “particularly concerned” about recurring racist acts and violence by the far right.
It noted hate speech spouted by politicians and public figures, urging authorities to “publicly reject and condemn” the use of such language.
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