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On the ground in the English seaside town rightwing influencers say is being ‘invaded’
Rightwing influencers and politicians claim Dover and the Kent coast are sites of an 'invasion,' while residents express conflicting views on whether the issue is genuine or exploited. Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary, was depicted as facing French gunfire in a fishing boat to highlight the small boats crisis.
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