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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Lauren Gilmour

Heightened security in place at SNP MP’s Fringe show over ‘safety fears’

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Heightened security measures such as bag searches and metal detectors will be in place at Joanna Cherry’s Edinburgh Fringe show next week as a result of safety fears.

Ms Cherry is due to speak at The Stand on Thursday in a show which was initially cancelled because some members of staff at the venue felt uncomfortable with her “gender critical” views.

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