Hi friend, 

Today marks a devastating blow for refugee rights as the Rwanda Bill just passed in Parliament. It brings the threat of removal to an unsafe, unfamiliar country closer to reality for hundreds, if not thousands, who have fled war and persecution.

I can’t begin to imagine the fear and uncertainty gripping these men, women, and children today. It's appalling and wrong that our Government is inflicting such distress and cruelty on people who are simply trying to rebuild their lives.

As someone who sought safety in the UK as a child and who strongly believes in a compassionate asylum system, refugees must not be treated as mere political pawns. Refugees deserve far better. I know you stand with me, Friend, as do countless others across the country, including some of my peers in Parliament.

It is a truth this Government can't ignore any longer. Despite the heaviness of our hearts, my fellow peers and MPs stood in Westminster to demonstrate that this bill does not represent our values or principles:

Friend, the fight for refugee rights continues. If you can, please donate to Safe Passage to help them continue to protect refugee rights and campaign for refugee voices to be heard.

Today, more than ever, we need to show humanity prevails.

In solidarity,

Lord Dubs