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October 31, 2012

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Presidential Decree on dealing with racist violence

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A draft Presidential Decree on dealing with racist violence, which foresees the establishment of a specialised unit in the Greek Police (EL.AS), was unveiled during a press conference by Public Order Minister Nikos Dendias.

The draft Decree envisions the creation of racist violence police divisions initially in Athens and Thessaloniki, and gradually throughout the country, and a telephone hotline for reporting such incidents, Dendias said, noting that the country "does not lack a legal arsenal to deal with racist violence".

He also announced his intention to file a lawsuit against the British daily "The Guardian" over an article alleging torture of detainees and the General Police Headquarters in Athens, adding that the matter was being examined by the Legal Council of State.

Also, by order of the chief of police, the internal affairs department will investigate charges of police violence against immigrants and illegal immigrants. (ΑΜΝΑ)

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