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Dozens of MSPs have taken our pledge to detoxify the debate around immigration by speaking about refugees with dignity and compassion.

Release Date: 2025-12-10
Media: Scottish Refugee Council
Summary: Many members of the Scottish Parliament have signed a pledge to improve the tone of public debate about immigration by speaking about refugees with dignity and compassion. The initiative is based on the belief that the conflicts people flee from begin not with violence but with harmful language, and that dehumanising rhetoric creates fear and division within communities.

The pledge commits MSPs to use their public positions responsibly by avoiding stereotyping or divisive language, promoting fact-based and empathetic public understanding, and upholding human rights. Dozens of MSPs across parties have already endorsed the pledge, signalling broad support for fostering a more respectful and constructive conversation about refugees and people seeking asylum.
Tags: United Kingdom

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