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Tiny Village Votes for Independence | US News
A sleepy English village of just 350 people is sparking national debate by voting to pursue independence from the UK, fueled by outrage over plans to house 1,250 asylum seekers in a nearby military depot — a move that would nearly quadruple their population. After petitions and protests fell on deaf ears, residents held a symbolic July 4th referendum, with 178 voting yes, 7 no, and one person cheekily suggesting a barn dance instead. Though legally meaningless, the vote has ignited momentum, with free legal help already pouring in from across the UK and beyond. Concerns over safety…
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