Brazen Scots are at forefront of far-right wave as fascist fight clubs explode

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The number of far-right, white supremacist fight clubs is exploding. The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) published a recent report that pinpointed at least 100 in the USA, Canada, and Europe.

But the Scottish group is the first in the UK to have explicitly presented itself on a public platform. Many from other nations are visible and active on Telegram and other encrypted platforms.Alexander Ritzmann, the CEP report’s author, said recently: “This is an unprecedented growth.

I’ve never seen a network in right-wing extremism grow so fast. Usually, it takes years to build a transnational network. It’s concerning.”Groups tend to be local and centre on martial arts and fitness.

They tend to steer clear of swastikas and overtly Nazi imagery.Groups have tended to number between five and 25 – but the Scottish group appears to be aiming for a higher membership.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.