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Anti-Migrant Sentiments in Northern Ireland
This chapter examines the rise of anti-migrant sentiments in Northern Ireland, triggered by a recent incident involving two boys accused of sexual assault. It discusses how such incidents lead to scapegoating of migrant communities, exacerbated by populist political rhetoric and escalating fears surrounding immigration. The chapter also highlights the implications of these tensions on community cohesion and the broader socio-political landscape, including the role of identity politics and economic factors.
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