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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Ben Quinn Political correspondent

New proposed Ukip logo compared to iron cross used by Nazi regime

The proposed Ukip logo, featuring a black cross with a spear and shield behind it
A previous version of the logo, featuring a sword, was rejected in November after being deemed offensive. Photograph: Electoral Commission

A proposed new Ukip logo likened to the black military cross associated with the German empire and later the Nazis is being considered by electoral authorities.

A previous application by Ukip, which was once led by Nigel Farage, was rejected last November after the Electoral Commission deemed it as offensive.

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