How prevalent is far-right extremism?

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By Ben Butcher & Micah Luxen

The shootings at two mosques in New Zealand, which left 50 people dead and dozens wounded, have led to renewed questions about the extent of far-right extremism.

The British security minister has said it is “perfectly possible” a far-right attack could happen in the UK and has raised concerns about the radicalisation of individuals online.

So, how widespread is this form of violent extremism?

Australia and New Zealand

Before the latest attack, both New Zealand and Australia said their main security risk was from Islamist terrorism.

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