Is Europe a hotbed for the far-right?

Is Europe a hotbed for the far-right?

After populist politician Geert Wilders wins the most seats in the Netherlands election, we ask if his success is part of a broader European pattern. We also explore why voters are turning away from mainstream politics with our correspondent in the Netherlands, Anna Holligan, and Professor Timothy Garton Ash.

The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC experts around the world, with Katya Adler.

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Today’s episode of The Global Story was made by Alice Aylett Roberts and Beth Timmins. The technical producers were Phil Bull and Jack Graysmark. The assistant editor is Sergi Forcada Freixas and the senior news editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

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