Silvio Berlusconi expelled from parliament

The Italian Senate has voted to expel former PM Silvio Berlusconi from parliament with immediate effect over his conviction for tax fraud.

Silvio Berlusconi, who has dominated politics for 20 years, could now face arrest over other criminal cases as he has lost his immunity from prosecution.

Silvio Berlusconi could face arrest over other criminal cases as he has lost his immunity from prosecution

The 77-year-old told supporters in Rome it was a “day of mourning” for democracy.

Ahead of the vote, Silvio Berlusconi vowed to remain in politics to lead his Forza Italia in a “fight for the good of Italy”.

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