Do not house asylum seekers on ships with free access to the mainland

Closed 7,609 signatures

What the petition asks

The Home Office recently confirmed a barge will accommodate hundreds of adult men in Portland, Dorset. This has not been consulted on, and has raised local concerns. We call on the Government not to house asylum seekers on ships with free access to the mainland, at least without proper consultation.

We believe the Government has not adequately considered the effects this will have on the many businesses and people relying on the summer trade. Tourists, visitors and families generally flock to the coast to enjoy peaceful resorts and beaches; including, Weymouth and Portland.

Timeline

14 Apr 2023	Petition opened for signatures
14 Oct 2023	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 7,609

Status Closed

Department Home Office

Opened 14 Apr 2023

Closed 14 Oct 2023

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