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Josh Pizzuto-Pomaco @joshpizpom.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

A co-convenor of the @scottishgreens' LGBTQ wing has quit after top candidate Guy Ingerson was sacked due to unresolved complaints. Mr Ingerson has been replaced at the top of the list by Maggie Chapman, who also has an unresolved complaint against her. www.heraldscotland.com/news/2599101...

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'Tears are being weaponised': Leader of LGBTQ Greens quits after top candidate sacked

Emma Cuthbertson, who led the Rainbow Greens alongside Guy Ingerson, has resigned her membership after Mr Ingerson was blocked from standing.

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

A statement from our Co-Convenor, Emma Cuthbertson:

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Would you like to join our team? Apply by 9am on Monday 13 April. We are recruiting a Legal Assistant who will support the delivery of Rainbow Migration’s legal service by providing additional administrative capacity. Find out more and apply via our website: buff.ly/pp4bC3x

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Contract: 3-Year Fixed-term 1 July 2026 until 30 June 2029
Hours: Full-time or part-time
Salary: Starting at £27,011 FTE (pro rata)
Location: Our step-free offices in London and from home
Closing date: 9am on Monday 13 April 2026

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

A statement from one of our co-convenors 👇

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ECT Scotland @endconversiontherapy.scot · 22/03/2026

Our Holyrood elections 2026 pledge will begin landing in candidate inboxes today. All responses (or lack of) will be recorded on our website. If you are a candidate you can also reach out to us directly with your pledge. You can find our full email here:

Dear candidate,

Conversion practices (sometimes marketed as conversion therapy) aim to change or suppress an individual’s sexual orientation, to suppress their sexual attraction or behaviours, or to change an individual’s gender identity to match the sex they were assigned at birth.

Conversion therapy, the forced conditioning against a person’s sexuality or gender identity, has damaged generations of LGBTQ+ young people and adults and continues to do so. Almost two-thirds of respondents to a survey on the practice had suffered from mental health issues as a result of experiencing conversion therapy, and nearly a third said they had sought counselling to help them recover from it. Mental health issues caused by experiences of Conversion Therapy include many experiencing self-harm, eating disorders, and attempted suicide. These practices are a form of coercive abuse, they cannot be consented to and all LGBTQ+ people deserve to be protected from them.

A majority of those who have experienced the practice support a criminal ban. Our call for a ban is backed by a UN independent expert report to the Human Rights Council, religious leaders from across the world, and Healthcare and Counselling organisations from across the UK.

We are asking for you to make three pledges:
Pledge to support a comprehensive and trans-inclusive ban on conversion practices without exceptions or exemptions
Pledge to defend an inclusive society where every LGBTQ+ person is free to live as who they are at home, at work, and in our community
Pledge to oppose institutionalised conversion practices through the denial of healthcare to trans people

Legislation to deliver a comprehensive ban in Scotland has been drafted by the Scottish Government in preparation to be brought to Parliament before being delayed on potential action being brought by the UK Government. It is now clear that no such ban is coming from the UK Government and the Scottish Parliament must act to deliver the ban promised for the past few years.

Legislation must include protections for the whole LGBTQ+ community with:
a ban on causing a person to undergo conversion therapy
a ban on removing a minor from Scotland to undergo conversion therapy abroad
a ban on providing conversion therapy
a ban on advertising an offer to provide conversion therapy

Legislation must not include:
exemptions or exceptions for any faith or community
exemptions or exceptions for "consent"

We believe that with a draft bill already prepared that this ban can be delivered within the first year of the new Scottish Parliamentary Term. We hope we have your support.

Yours faithfully,
The End Conversion Therapy Scotland Team

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LGBTIQA+ Greens @lgbtiqa.greenparty.org.uk · 11/03/2026

This is a cross party statement in solidarity with @greenpartyhan.bsky.social after what happened this weekend. Thanks to all the LGBT and Feminist organisations within all the respective parties for signing this, and it was amazing working with you all.

This is a statement, the contents of which sadly do not fit within the maximum character limit for ALT text. The statement is co-signed by the LGBTIQA Greens, Trans Greens, Rainbow Greens, LGBT+ Liberal Democrats, Out for Independence, Feminist Greens, Liberal Democrat Women; and co-signed individually by Silver Rees of the Young Greens, who is Trans Liberation Officer, and Georgia Meadows who is Trans Officer of LGBT+ Labour and Labour Students.

The full statement can be found online at https://lgbtiqa.greenparty.org.uk/2026/03/11/a-cross-party-statement-in-solidarity-with-hannah-spencer-mp/

Promoted by LGBTIQA+ Greens (Green Party), c/o PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

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Guy Ingerson @guyingerson.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

The decline of common decency, fairness, and justice in our politics is sad to see. However, if we come together, we can fight it and build something better.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

International human rights actors have sounded the alarm about April’s Supreme Court ruling and the direction of travel for trans people’s rights in the UK. Does Scot Gov want to be remembered for playing its part in protecting our rights? Ask them: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/howwillthisb...

A purple image with a pink clock on a blue background on the right. On the left hand side there is text that reads "This LGBT+ History Month... Ask the Scottish Government - how will history remember this? Do they want to be remembered for standing up for trans people's rights when it really counted or, for standing by when they were at risk?" The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

On Friday, the High Court published its judgment on a case between the Good Law Project and the Equality and Human Rights Commission. We've put up a page explaining the background to the case, some key parts of the judgment, and what might happen next: www.scottishtrans.org/good-law-pro...

A purple graphic that says "What happened on Friday? GLP v EHRC Judgment What was said? And what happens next? Read more on our website" in white text. The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Pleased to have played a major part in having ourselves and @lgbtiqagreens.bsky.social at the forefront of this process alongside the Exec's of both parties. Together we are stronger fighting for all LGBT+ people www.thenational.scot/news/2579359...

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Scottish Greens rekindle ties with Zack Polanski’s party after trans‑rights split

THE Scottish Greens have rekindled ties with Zack Polanski’s party after a previous split on transgender rights.

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Delighted to see members overwhelmingly support our motion to conference 'Illegitimacy of the EHRC'

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

LGBTQ+ care home residents and their families should be able to take part in Pride, celebrating and connecting with our community. This brilliant initiative in Moray should be replicated across Scotland. www.grampianonline.co.uk/news/everyon...

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‘Everyone is valued’ - Care homes set to celebrate diversity with Pride event

A care home group are set to celebrate diversity and inclusion at a special Pride event this weekend.

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Jess O'Thomson @jessothomson.co.uk · 15/10/2025

It's worth noting that the EHRC maintains its trans exclusionary legal position in its draft Code of Practice. But the decision whether to lay that Code remains with the Minister, not the EHRC. Hence their angry letter to Bridget Phillipson today.

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Jess O'Thomson @jessothomson.co.uk · 15/10/2025

"The EHRC’s exclusionary interim guidance has had a devastating impact on trans people’s lives" “Now the guidance has been withdrawn, so should the exclusionary policies that organisations rashly implemented in its aftermath. If not, they could find themselves in hot water.”

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EHRC withdraws interim guidance encouraging trans exclusion

After six months of confusion and delay, the EHRC has taken down interim guidance rushed out in April. But the damage has already been done.

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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.org · 15/10/2025

The EHRC has just taken down their transphobic interim guidance 👀 www.equalityhumanrights.com/our-wor…

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

“Being forced to disclose sex assigned at birth may also significantly increase people’s vulnerability to harassment, abuse and even violence,” - Michael O’Flaherty, European Council Commissioner for Human Rights Trans inclusion must become enshrined in the law. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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Trans people at risk of exclusion from many UK public spaces, rights expert says

Council of Europe commissioner voices concerns after April’s supreme court ruling on legal definition of a woman

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Join us for a free online session, on 30th Oct @ 2pm, to explore ways your organisation can be more inclusive – What is an intersectional approach and how can you do it on little to no budget? What does “accessible” really mean? Can we really include everyone? www.outsavvy.com/event/30908/...

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 14/10/2025

The system isn't broken, it's rigged. It's time for real change.

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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.org · 14/10/2025

"Are we going to abandon people whenever the rightwing press demands it?"

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Join us at The Pyramid at Anderston in Glasgow on Saturday 22nd November from 10am - 4pm for a day of planning, learning & organising to improve trans healthcare in Scotland. This event is free, and for trans and non-binary people only, register here: www.outsavvy.com/event/30917/...

Graphic with a dark purple background. It says "We can't keep waiting" "Take action for trans healthcare!" "A day of workshops and discussions led by local community groups to come together, generate ideas and take action for trans healthcare in Scotland" "The Pyramid at Anderston Glasgow,
22nd November, 10am-4pm"

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 14/10/2025

'The people who make our lives more difficult arrive in private jets, not dinghies.'

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Edinburgh Greens @edinburghgreens.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Chip in today to elect Q Manivannan – a radical voice to the Scottish Parliament who is ready to fight for change. Any contribution - big or small - will make a huge difference to our people-powered campaign to deliver a record 3 Green MSPs for Edinburgh! www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/elect-q-ma...

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

📢 Use this simple tool from Trans Actual and @transsolidarity.bsky.social to contact your MP and tell them to say no to the segregation of trans people, and reject the EHRC's harmful Code of Practice.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Are you a rural trans or non-binary person in Highland or Argyll and Bute? NHS Highland Public Health have partnered with Scottish Trans to conduct trans-led research on experiences of GP practices. Take part in this important research: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RTHTNBSurv... #RuralTransHealth

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Rural Transgender Health: Primary Care Experiences
The survey can be found at:
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RTHTNBSurvey"
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"Chance to win
one of 3 x £100 vouchers"

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Reminder: Our Future Relationship with GPEW Tomorrow evening we will be discussing our relationship with the @greenparty.org.uk If you’re an LGBTQ+ member of the Scottish Greens, please get in touch and come along.

Member Discussion: Our Future Relationship with GPEW (Green Party of England & Wales)

Tuesday 14th October at 7pm.

Please email: rainbow@scottishgreens.org.uk for a link to join online.

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Edinburgh Greens @edinburghgreens.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Calling all @scottishgreens.org members going to #sgpconf Join us for an evening of food, fun, quizzing and music at our after-conference social! Tickets available NOW members.greens.scot/civicrm/even...

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Cara McKee @caramckeegreens.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

So good to see everybody who came out to help us launch the West Scotland Scottish Greens campaign yesterday! Thank you all! The crowdfunder is now live, and mine is here: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/elect-cara... And you can join the Scottish Greens at greens.scot/join

a group of smiling people stand around a banner which reads Scottish Greens: Independence: For People. For Planet. Several of them hold bright Vote Green signs. Cara McKee and Ross Greer are in the middle.

Cara McKee sits on green seat. She's holding a dog (called Leo), and smiling warmly.

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

We kicked off the @scottishgreens.org election campaign for the West of Scotland today in Largs 💚 Want to help re-elect me and have @caramckeegreens.bsky.social join me in Parliament to fight for people and planet? Join our movement today greens.scot/join

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Sports Media LGBT+ @sportsmedialgbt.com · 11/10/2025

NEW: It’s #ComingOutDay, and on the FvH Podcast, there’s good advice about how to be true to yourself in grassroots men’s football when you’re gay or bi ⚽️ Callum Hodge is a prolific striker for Chew Magna FC and has been out in the county league for many years… #LGBTQfootball #FvH2025 /1

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Football v Homophobia @footballvhomophobia.com · 10/10/2025

🎧 The FvH Podcast is back with a NEW episode, focusing on men’s #grassroots football ⚽️ Chew Magna FC’s Callum Hodge talks about being an out gay player - and overwhelmingly, his experiences have been great 🩷⚫️ But after a recent incident of homophobia, he’s speaking out… #FvH2025 #LGBTQfootball

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Football v Homophobia: What’s it like to be gay in grassroots men’s football? With Chew Magna FC’s Callum Hodge

Having scored more than 200 goals for his local club, based in a small village in Somerset, Callum Hodge can say with confidence that he’s made his mark in grassroots football.Millions of men acr...

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TransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

The Stonewall LGBTQ+ leadership programme is a unique opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network and grow your confidence. It provides six months of specialist support starting with a 2.5 day retreat 14-16 January 2026. www.stonewall.org.uk/inclusive-wo... #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Meting next week to discuss after the election of @zackpolanski.bsky.social if it's time to rebuild links between the Scottish Greens and Green Party of England and Wales

Rainbow Greens meeting for a member discussion on our relationship with GPEW on the 14th October at 7pm

Any member wishing to join should email rainbow@scottishgreens.org.uk

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 29/09/2025

Whilst families are struggling, the ultra-rich are profiting like never before. We aren't funded by toxic fossil fuel companies or global corporations, we are powered by people like you. Be part of the movement. Join the Greens greens.scot/join

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Join the Scottish Greens

Join the Scottish Greens to be a part of the movement that will change Scotland. Membership gives you the right to vote in our open democratic structures, receive invitations to members only events ac...

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 23/09/2025

A new poll has the Scottish Greens on a record breaking 18 MSPs! This would make us the second largest party in Scotland, ahead of Labour, the Tories and Reform. This poll shows what's possible. We can build a fairer, greener Scotland: www.greens.scot/join

New poll. Scottish Greens on course for best ever result. 2021: 8 MSPS. Poll: 18 MSPs.

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Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Greens @aberdeengreens.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

The team were out today with our lead @scottishgreens.org candidate for North East Scotland, @guyingerson.bsky.social We’re campaigning to cut people’s bills, defend LGBT+ rights, push for independence, and save St Fittick’s Park! You can help; join our movement today: members.greens.scot/join

Three women are pictured smiling alongside the Scottish Greens’ lead candidate for North East Scotland, Guy Ingerson.

Guy is holding leaflets that say ‘Green News’ on them. The sky is almost cloudless and blue. Flats can be seen on the left alongside trees lining the street.

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

“Most obviously, this has been to try and drive a wedge between LGBT equality and feminism and women’s equality. That is a strategy directly imported from the radical right in America.” - @ross-greer.bsky.social We need more brave politicians standing for equality! www.scotsman.com/news/politic...

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Greer: MSPs need 'bravery' after being 'cowed by aggressive voices' over trans rights

The Scottish Greens co-leader has revealed abuse he has received for campaigning for trans rights.

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Guy Ingerson @guyingerson.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

The scenes in London today are deeply concerning. A far-right conman, aided by tech and media billionaires, managed to mobilise 100,000 people. Including thugs who attacked police and counter-protesters. Sending my solidarity to everyone who is feeling anxious right now. You’re not alone.

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

No one would bother writing a column complaining that racists aren't welcome in the Scottish Greens, regardless of how much they care about tackling the climate emergency. Why do so many journalists struggle with the idea that we take the same position on anti-trans voices?

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 12/09/2025

The UK should join the growing boycott of Eurovision if Israel is allowed to take part. Eurovision is a celebration of diversity, love and unity. But that's not possible if it’s being used to whitewash genocide. Israel should be removed as Russia was after its invasion of Ukraine.

Daily record. Patrick Harvie calls on BBC to join Eurovision broadcasting boycott if Israel takes part. Patrick Harvie MSP said the annual musical extravaganza should not be used "to whitewash genocide".

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Senthorun S. Raj @senthorun.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

The political attacks on LGBTQ+ people, especially trans people, are part of a concerted push to institutionalise authoritarianism. We can only defeat fascist ideas by refusing to coddle or sympathise with those who spread them. Solidarity with LGBTQ+ and other communities defending their existence.

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Politicians in at least 51 countries used anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric during elections, NGO finds

Rights group also finds rise in openly gay, bisexual and transgender people running for office in 36 countries

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

The EHRC has now submitted their draft Code of Practice to the UK Government and we are calling for full scrutiny & meaningful debate on the Code, to ensure trans people have access to public services, spaces and life. Email your MP - Template here: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...

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Patrick Harvie @patrickharvie.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Great to see the @tuc.org.uk pass this motion - unanimously! - restating trade unions' solid opposition to transphobia and setting out the actions they'll take. congress.tuc.org.uk/motion-07-su... leftfootforward.org/2025/09/tuc-...

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TUC calls for new legal protections for trans people following Supreme Court ruling

The motion passed unanimously

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

“There are four key principles to Green politics. One of them is equality… if someone cannot accept that, fundamentally disagrees with us on that, then they do not have to stay in the Green Party. They can pursue the other things they care about elsewhere.” www.heraldscotland.com/news/2545297...

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Greer and Mackay: No place in Greens for people who don’t accept trans women as women

Ross Greer and Gillian Mackay say anyone who rejects trans rights has no place in the Scottish Greens.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

For trans and non-binary organisers across Scotland! Despite the challenges, your efforts are helping to build a stronger, more vibrant community. This series of meetings is all about bringing us together. Let’s share knowledge, collaborate & amplify our impact. www.outsavvy.com/event/29503/...

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