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In the last three years, the center has become a hub and vital resource for many of the region’s Chicano artists.

Mr Hayes, who also suffered serious injuries, confronted the attacker and, although unable to overpower him, distracted him from attacking others for "vital seconds", he said.

True public discourse of this nature, though, is rooted in the liberal arts, which teaches critical thinking, research and analysis, communication styles and problem solving, among other vital skills.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said it was the "government's responsibility to protect jobs and industries that are a vital part of the economy".

The next few days amount to the UK offering a vital ally the full works of what he loves: royalty, military bands, a flypast, a banquet and plenty more besides.