Tim Farron hosted an urgent summit this morning (Wednesday) to establish a blueprint for the government to accept 3,000 unaccompanied child refugees who have reached Europe.
We are horrified at the news of the Calais Jungle eviction going ahead as reported here
The Liberal Democrats have launched a consultation on how Britain can offer safe haven to 3,000 unaccompanied children. It is estimated there are more than 20,000 unaccompanied refugee children amongst those who have reached Europe, many of whom are at risk from being trafficked into prostitution or child labour. Liberal Democrats have repeatedly backed Save the Children's call for the government to offer safe haven to 3,000 of these children, the UK's fair share.
A report from Ed Fordham, direct from Serbia. It does highlight how important that it is to remember all those who are fleeing for safety, throughout the world, and not just those in the headlines. the second and third report follow, it is a long read, but as direct as you will get, and highlights the terrible situation caused by those that can not working together as they could. Ed is thankful for the volunteers and NGO's that remain there. we thank Ed for writing these articles for us.
This article in Liberal Democrat Voice highlights the work going off in the House of Lords on the Immigratin Bill. Worth reproducing here.
Tim Farron spoke at Lib Dem Conference today, and devoted a chunk of his speech to asylum and refugees issues, making the passionate case for compassion and action.