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Domestic abuse campaigner Claire's two sons were killed by their father 10 years ago.<br/><br/>Video: Christine Talbot
Domestic abuse campaigner Claire's two sons were killed by their father 10 years ago.<br/><br/>Video: Christine Talbot
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