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Mark Stephen visits Hawick for the Common Riding. For decades it was males only but now women can take part in all the events. Will it end years of controversy or open old wounds?
Mark Stephen visits Hawick for the Common-Riding, the first of the Border Common Riding festivals. For decades, this was male only - women weren't allowed to take part. A legal challenge in 1996 brought changes. But some men-only events have continued. Now the committee that runs the town's annual festival have confirmed that women have a legal right to take part in ALL the Common Riding events. And it will not break the law. Will this end years of controversy in the community - or open old wounds?
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