A young individual seeking asylum expressed his deep gratitude towards Keir Starmer for securing his right to remain in the UK. Khadar Mohamed, 24, who had been residing at the Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex, has now been granted permission to stay in the UK on humanitarian grounds and plans to settle in Bradford, West Yorkshire, with a strong commitment to contributing positively to society.
Khadar joyfully announced, “I have recently been informed that I have been granted permission to stay in the UK based on human rights considerations. I am appreciative of the government’s support and want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Keir Starmer.”
He also expressed optimism for others facing similar situations, believing that more asylum seekers would be granted the right to stay. Khadar urged for understanding and emphasized, “We are not bad people; we just want to live and work here peacefully.”
In a related context, protests occurred outside the Bell Hotel during the summer amid rising tensions surrounding immigration issues. Despite challenges, Khadar and his fellow migrants aspire to work and integrate into society, with Khadar noting a shift in attitudes towards asylum seekers among the British populace.
Furthermore, the recent implementation of the “one in, one out” scheme with France aimed at curbing boat crossings saw the first migrant, an Indian national, being returned via plane. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood praised this action as a significant initial step, with additional returns anticipated.
Meanwhile, an Eritrean man contested his deportation to France, citing procedural unfairness in the decision-making process. The Home Office defended the deportation, asserting that there were no substantial issues to be contested.
Additionally, Epping District Council revealed its intention to pursue legal action to close down the Bell Hotel following a legal back-and-forth that temporarily halted the eviction of 138 asylum seekers from the premises.