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UK Equality Watchdog Probes Green Party Over 'Zionism is Racism' Motion
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The UK's Equality and Human Rights Commission is investigating the Green Party after it passed a motion labeling "Zionism is racism." The watchdog is seeking information on the motion's potential impact and has received complaints of unlawful discrimination against Jewish people. The Green Party has stated it will not discriminate against Zionists and is committed to fighting antisemitism, while a campaign group urged the EHRC to probe the party for discrimination.
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- The UK's EHRC is investigating the Green Party over its "Zionism is racism" motion.
- Complaints allege the motion could lead to unlawful discrimination against Jewish people.
- The Green Party denies it will discriminate against Zionists and vows to fight antisemitism.
- The EHRC's action depends on the practical effects of the adopted motion.
- The Campaign Against Antisemitism has called for a formal investigation into the party.
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