A float called Silvio Scissorhands with a huge figure of Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi parading during the annual carnival of Viareggio, Italy. The float depicts Mr Berlusconi as the Edward Scissorhands character, a satirical swipe at his alleged proposed job cuts. Celebrations are being held during all weekends until February 21 and five float parades is held on each Sunday.

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