Controversy over Christmas character ‘Black Pete’ sparks protests in Netherlands

Protests have broken out across The Netherlands over a controversial traditional Christmas character called ‘Black Pete’. Celebrations featuring the character have come in for increasing criticism in recent years, with accusations that it encourages racial stereotypes.

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