The unveiling of a racist message over radios at the Manston asylum processing centre in Kent has sparked an investigation. The offensive message, stating 'fuck off you [N-word]s, go back to where you came from,' reportedly broadcasted by an unidentified individual, was condemned by the Home Office and contractor Mitie. A meeting was held to address the issue, and plans to upgrade radios for better traceability are being expedited. Many asylum seekers arriving at Manston face significant struggles, including trauma from their journeys, highlighting the inappropriateness of such language in this context.
A Mitie spokesperson said: 'This language is unacceptable and we expect the highest standards from anyone working on site. As soon as we were made aware of the allegations, we took immediate steps.'
A source working at Manston said: 'It was about three in the afternoon when someone blasted [the offensive message] over the radios. I've never known a message like that go out on our radios before.'
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