Source: Liberal Democrats UK
Today is Windrush Day.
77 years ago today, the HMT Empire Windrush docked in Essex – marking the beginning of the Windrush generation’s arrival here in the UK.
Their hard work and determination helped rebuild Britain and brought so much to our country – from the economy to culture and cuisine.
And while today is a chance to celebrate, it is also a reminder of the appalling injustices of the Windrush Scandal.
People who have every right to live in the UK were wrongly denied access to NHS treatment, housing and other services simply because they didn’t have the right documents to prove it. Innocent people were made homeless, detained and even deported simply because they didn’t have the right documents.