Alistair Cameron, Welsh Liberal Democrat Senedd Candidate for Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire has made the following comments about the recent protests at Penally Camp following plans to house asylum seekers at the former army base :-
“Asylum Seekers have fled war, violence and persecution. A military camp is not the right location for vulnerable people. I therefore hope that any stay in Penally Camp is temporary because this accommodation is not suitable for long term use. It’s time for the UK and Welsh Governments to work together to find suitable long term accommodation for people who are trying to settle down and start a new life as anyone who found themselves in their situation would.
“I condemn those who have been coming to the area to deliberately stir up hatred and am pleased that the police will be prosecuting anyone who commits a criminal act. This is particularly dangerous as coronavirus is spreading again.
“I am also very concerned that the Home Office have said they will not be providing any financial assistance. This will affect Hywel Dda Health Board and Pembrokeshire County Council very badly.”
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