Partial amnesty for Grenfell survivors does not go far enough- Abbott

Speaking in response to the Home Office statement today on a partial
amnesty for Grenfell survivors, Diane Abbott MP, Labour’s
Shadow Home Secretary, said:

“I raised this question in parliament on Monday and am pleased
there has been some response from the Home Office. But the partial amnesty is
limited to twelve months, which does not go far enough.

“Some victims have literally lost everything in this horrific tragedy:
all their possessions, homes and loved ones. The idea that on top of this they
could be deported later is grotesque.

“To access all the support they need without fear of deportation, any
survivors concerned about their status must be given indefinite leave to
remain. Otherwise, they may just disappear off the grid.”

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