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Rotten Fruit: London scene of massive student fury

London is the scene of mass demonstrations by thousands of students and trade unionists. It's their final attempt to block the raising of tuition fees, with just several hours left before the British government votes on the plan. It's the latest in a string of rallies against sweeping austerity measures and budget cuts across Europe. RT's Laura Emmett reports from London.


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Varsity Update: London Protests and Parliament's Decision
12 dec  |  By Emily Carlton  (Varsity, Cambridge University)

Thousands of students gathered yards away from Parliament. Their protest, which included large bonfires, the throwing of smoke bombs, resulted in a mounted charge on the crowds from police. Scenes of violent hatred and resentment starkly contrasted against the calm and lengthy debate inside the House of Commons, which concluded as the bill on tuition fees was passed by 21 votes.  . . read more

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