AN MEP representing the south west is set to tour the region to take part in a series of debates about 'creeping fascism and the rollback of democracy' in post-Brexit Britain.

Molly Scott Cato will be joined by journalists, academics and cross-party politicians at the events.

Dr Scott Cato, a Green Party MEP, said: “When you look into academic studies of 1930’s fascism you can see some disturbing parallels with modern political speech and behaviour. This series of panel debates will look at the current post-referendum political landscape and explore the warning signs of fascism and what we can do to defend democracy.”

She added: “I look forward to learning from an exciting range of politicians, academics, journalists and members of the public who attend these meetings on ways in which we can resist the politics of hate. I am convinced that the good sense and tolerant nature of the British people will prevail.”