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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Mark Brown and Libby Brooks

Nigel Farage giving legitimacy to violent protesters, says Liverpool mayor

A line of riot police holds back protesters in Southport
There have been violent demonstrations in Southport (pictured), London, Hartlepool and Aldershot since the stabbings in Southport on Monday. Photograph: Getty Images

Nigel Farage is giving legitimacy to violent protesters and excusing disorder that police chiefs fear will continue into the weekend, a metro mayor has said.

At least 19 far-right rallies are being planned across England in the coming days, the Guardian understands.

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