A coalition of union leaders, faith leaders, and charities has expressed grave concerns over a UK government policy preventing refugees arriving by small boats from obtaining citizenship. In a letter to the Home Secretary, they argue that such measures could foster division and distrust, stressing the importance of integrating refugees into society. The letter highlights citizenship as more than just legal status, emphasizing its role in providing safety and belonging. The coalition calls for a reevaluation of the policy to ensure refugees are embraced as part of British life, rather than labeled as second-class individuals.
When refugees become citizens, they feel a greater sense of belonging as full members of their communities with a stable future for themselves, their children and generations to come.
Labeling refugees, who through no fault of their own have had to put their lives at risk…as a type of second-class individual will simply breed division and distrust.
The government must instead focus on ensuring refugees are welcomed and integrated into British life.
Citizenship is not just a legal status but a tangible fulfilment of the promise of safety, dignity, and opportunity.
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