This is one of those articles where perhaps the headline says it all. However, for background, newspapers are reporting that the church are undermining the asylum system. The criticism comes in the light of the Clapham attacker’s case. In his case, Abdul Ezedi professed faith and was baptised whilst seeking asylum. Newspapers report that he… Continue reading The church is not undermining the Asylum System – The Home Office are managing to do that all by themselves
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Another fine immigration mess
The UK Government have recently announced their latest proposals to reduce immigration into Britain. It’s worth noting that over the past 14-15 years, or even further back politicians from across the spectrum have announced that they have a sure fire plan to get net migration back down to the tens of thousands. The current proposals… Continue reading Another fine immigration mess
Is God giving us a second chance? And will we take it?
In the 1950s and 60s, the UK invited people from around what is now the Commonwealth to come to Britain to help the post war rebuilding effort. Many came from the Caribbean. Their experience however upon arrival was of intense prejudice and rejection. Guest houses put up signs saying “no dogs and no blacks”. Sadly,… Continue reading Is God giving us a second chance? And will we take it?
No papers? Why might an asylum seeker lack documentation such as passports?
In recent discussions about asylum seekers, especially those coming by boat, a recurring comment was that it was illegal to try and enter the UK without appropriate documentation. This is correct, and asylum seekers are expected to provide such documentation when turning up for their application to be processed. There are however defences available if… Continue reading No papers? Why might an asylum seeker lack documentation such as passports?
The Gary Lineker Saga
At the weekend, Gary Lineker was stood down from presenting duties on Match of the Day, numerous other commentators and panellists refused to participate in solidarity. The result in the end was severe disruption to the BBC’s sporting schedule. Some people might argue that this was generally for the better including those who think there’s… Continue reading The Gary Lineker Saga
How should we look on the asylum seeker (responding to “stop the boats”
Immigration control is the last resort of a government in difficulty. Over the years, we’ve seen politicians from both sides of the divide ramp up the rhetoric, whether it was Gordon Brown promising British jobs for British workers or David Cameron telling us that he could reduce immigration to the tens of thousands. Easier said… Continue reading How should we look on the asylum seeker (responding to “stop the boats”
Exiles and strangers
When Peter opens his first letter with the words, “o those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia.”[1] It could be seen as just a literal and physical description of those Jewish believers who had been dispersed and scattered from their homeland. However, when you get to 1 Peter… Continue reading Exiles and strangers
Ministry nuts and bolts: What the pastor needs to know about asylum and immigration
This will vary depending on context but if you are serving in an urban context, then the issue of immigration is likely to play a significant part in your ministry. What are the kinds of things you need to be aware of and thinking about? First of all, I think it will help you to… Continue reading Ministry nuts and bolts: What the pastor needs to know about asylum and immigration
Do we need to control immigration to protect our culture?
I promised the other day, that I would deal with one specific argument for why we need to tightly control immigration. It is stated here: The argument is that mass immigration will distort and destroy our culture. We therefore need to restrict immigration at a level which enables newcomers to assimilate into the host culture. … Continue reading Do we need to control immigration to protect our culture?
Why I consider the Rwanda policy immoral
Yesterday, I wrote responding to the criticism that opponents of the Government’s “Rwanda policy” haven’t come up with any proposals of their own. Well, it seems that having stated what some of those proposals are, the criticism switched back to “but in your article, you didn’t offer a critique of the Government’s policy.” It seems… Continue reading Why I consider the Rwanda policy immoral
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