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Calais 'Jungle' demolition continues after clashes

Work to clear part of the so-called Calais "Jungle" camp has restarted after a first day of demolitions saw fierce clashes between migrants and police.

Humanitarian workers condemned the actions of French authorities after tear-gas was fired during the demolitions.

The camp is a temporary home to around 4,000 people, many of whom are hoping to reach Britain.

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Police armed with CS gas launchers as camp dismantled

Demolition teams have moved in for a second day to continue dismantling part of the Calais "Jungle" camp.

Riot police are on the scene armed with CS gas launchers.

On Monday, migrants clashed with riot police after the authorities moved in to begin clearing part of the camp.

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