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An English local council has witnessed chaotic scenes at its recent budget debate after pro-Palestine protesters staged a demonstration before scuffles erupted. Video footage from the meeting in Chorley showed events take a turn after a Tory Councillor attempted to restore order. Following on from pro-Palestine activist Jenny Hurley, Councillor Craige Southern shouted: “It’s Chorley, not b****y Gaza.” Southern was also heard calling for the protesters to “get out”, adding: “Go on.” The Conservative Councillor attempted to physically escort Hurley from the meeting. Councillors, officials and pr…