Learning the lessons of the Windrush scandal: Isabelle Parasram
The Government must introduce compassion and common sense into our immigration system. That means making detention an absolute last resort. … Read the full post »
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Equalities
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LGBT+ Lib Dems write-up their meeting with Phillip Lee
Here’s the write-up from LGBT+ Liberal Democrats of their meeting with Phillip Lee following the controversy and resulting resignations triggered by his switch to the Liberal Democrats. … Read the full post »
“To all the vile antisemites out there: clear off from the Palestinian quest for freedom and justice” – Layla Moran
“Genuine supporters of Palestinians’ rights are fighting for equality, justice and freedom, aims that are in diametric opposition to any form of antisemitism” – Layla Moran. … Read the full post »
Labour councillor in Islington quits over anti-Semitism
Councillor Gary Poole (St Mary’s ward, Islington South) tweeted his resignation from the Labour Party. … Read the full post »
A welcome move by Labour Party peers
Good to see so many Labour peers speaking up against anti-semitism with an advert in The Guardian directed at Jeremy Corbyn. … Read the full post »
Welcome news for Northern Ireland
Welcome news from Parliament regarding civil liberties in Northern Ireland… … Read the full post »
Lib Dem leadership contest: Ed Davey and Jo Swinson on London Pride
Both the Liberal Democrat leadership candidates, Ed Davey and Jo Swinson, have been vocal in their support for London Pride, and rightly so. … Read the full post »
Vince Cable backs LGBT lessons in Birmingham schools dispute
Vince Cable has backed Birmingham schools which have been targeted by protesters opposed to lessons which portray LGBT people in a positive way. … Read the full post »
You can be pro-Palestinian without being anti-semitic – Layla Moran
Well said, Layla Moran: “My plea to those who feel they need to step up for the Palestinians: Please do that, my God do we need it but also please don’t do it in a way that stokes antisemitism”. … Read the full post »
Should jihadi brides be permitted to return to Britain?
In a guest post for this site, Rabina Khan, Liberal Democrat councillor from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, takes a look at the issue. … Read the full post »