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Motion · S6M-06757 · 11 Nov 2022

Final Report of the Independent Commission of Inquiry into Asylum Provision in Scotland

Lodged by Pam Duncan-Glancy Standard Motion 14 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the Scotland asylum inquiry panel and Baroness Helena Kennedy KC on the publication of their final report of the Independent Commission of Inquiry into Asylum Provision in Scotland; understands that this report follows the tragic Park Inn incident and highlights the appalling conditions that asylum seekers found themselves in prior to the incident, which, according to the report, would have been avoidable had more appropriate systems and policies been put in place; appreciates the bravery and courage of those affected by the Park Inn incident who shared their experiences at the launch of the report, which took place on 11 November 2022, and thanks the asylum inquiry and Baroness Helena Kennedy KC for their recommendations, which, it hopes, will be considered and taken seriously by the Scottish and UK governments to ensure that seeking asylum is understood as a human right and legal entitlement, as is embedded in the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Supporters (14)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.