No-break space in description of labels converted to HTML entity

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Summary

No-break space (U+00A0) entered to description of label shown as HTML entity   instead of raw symbol  .

Steps to reproduce

  • Go to https://gitlab.com/GROUP/PROJECT/-/labels where GROUP and PROJECT are names of group and project respectively.
  • Open dialog for adding a new label (push button New label) or editing existing label: click ⁝ → Edit
  • Add No-break space to description field — press Compose and then twice space on Linux or Alt+0160 on Windows.
  • Push button Create label / Save changes

What is the current bug behavior?

Description contains   instead of raw   character.

What is the expected correct behavior?

Correct behavior is to show raw character.

Relevant logs and/or screenshots

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Edited Sep 23, 2025 by 🤖 GitLab Bot 🤖
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