Far-right party capitalises on Belgium’s fears over immigration

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Series Details 7.10.06
Publication Date 07/10/2006
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Local elections in Belgium, 8 October 2006, have indicated a strong show of support for the separatist anti-immigration party in the Dutch-speaking north. However, later analysis showed an electoral setback for Vlaams Belang in its heartland of Antwerp and a resurgence for the Socialists.

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BBC News, 8.10.06: Poll gain for Belgium's far right http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/6032331.stm

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