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Carrying the Kirpan

Sikhs who carry small swords as part of their religious belief say they are facing discrimination and harassment from people afraid of terrorism.

Cases range from Sikhs refused entry to attractions to a man being questioned by staff at a major airport.

They have launched an awareness campaign which has been backed by the newly formed Sikh Police Association.

Harginder Virdee's part of the Sikh Community in Southampton. We talked to him about his experience.

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