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Case Study → Rise of Extremism in Europe (Edexcel A-Level Geography): Revision Notes

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Case Study \to Rise of Extremism in Europe Context ● In some EU states, nationaist parties such as France's National Rally, have significant support ● Nationalist parties often oppose immigration, multiculturalism and openly embrace authoritarianism Tensions • UK ● In 1990s, the UKs British National Party voiced its opposition for the continuing presence of post-colonial migrants and their families ● Race relations have improved over time, but racially aggravated assaults still occur Terrorism Between March and June 2017, London and Manchester saw four attacks in which men used vehicles, knives and explosives to kill and maim members of the public. Tourists, revellers, worshippers, a police officer and children attending a concert were all targeted. A total of 36 innocent people were killed in the attacks, and almost 200 more were injured .

Context	● In some EU states, nationaist parties such as France's National Rally, have significant support ● Nationalist parties often oppose immigration, multiculturalism and openly embrace authoritarianism
Tensions • UK	● In 1990s, the UKs British National Party voiced its opposition for the continuing presence of post-colonial migrants and their families ● Race relations have improved over time, but racially aggravated assaults still occur
Terrorism	Between March and June 2017, London and Manchester saw four attacks in which men used vehicles, knives and explosives to kill and maim members of the public. Tourists, revellers, worshippers, a police officer and children attending a concert were all targeted. A total of 36 innocent people were killed in the attacks, and almost 200 more were injured.

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