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Groups accused of 'extremism' hit back at Michael Gove and say re-assessment 'will motivate us'

Sky News Thursday, 14 March 2024
Two groups set to be re-assessed under the government's new definition of extremism have hit back at Michael Gove – with one saying the minister's latest move will only bolster their organisation.
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Michael Gove told the Commons the Government’s new definition of extremism was “more precise and rigorous” than the previous one. The communities secretary assured MPs, the government’s new definition of extremism will not affect "those exercising their proper right to free speech.’’...

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