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Mayhem in Turkish parliament after MP handcuffs herself to rostrum

2017-01-20 6 Dailymotion

An MP has handcuffed herself to the rostrum in the Turkish parliament, in a protest over constitutional reforms.<br /><br /> The action sparked fighting, with some MPs injured in the general mayhem that followed.<br /><br /> The reform package being debated would give President Recep Tayyip Erdogan more executive powers.<br /><br /> Supporters say the presidency needs to be strengthened in a time of mounting crisis in Turkey, but critics say it is too much power in the hands of one person.<br /><br /> A final vote on the reforms is expected this weekend and if passed a national referendum would be held.<br />

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