🔥🔥 Heated Election Drama in Caerphilly! 🔥🔥
The Ukrainian community in Caerphilly is taking a stand! They’ve filed a formal complaint accusing Reform UK of spreading misleading information about Welsh Labour’s Nation of Sanctuary scheme. 😮🇺🇦
The complaint claims Reform UK’s election materials are “false and misleading,” especially the way they’re portraying the scheme in the run-up to the upcoming Caerphilly Senedd by-election. Reform seems to be using the scheme to stir up controversy, drawing attention to immigration – a hot topic, even in areas with minimal foreign-born residents. 📢🗳️
Vira Mandrika, a proud Ukrainian who now calls Caerphilly home, voices the concerns of her community. She believes Reform UK’s leaflets misinform the public, making it sound like the scheme only supports “illegal” immigrants. In reality, most funds aid Ukrainian refugees legally settled here under the Homes for Ukraine visa. 🏠🇬🇧
Vira emphasizes that the scheme is about helping people rebuild their lives. It’s concerning to see these political tactics at play, distorting the truth about funds meant to support vulnerable refugees. Reform UK’s materials claim the £55m scheme favours asylum seekers, but Vira explains the reality: over £45m supported Ukrainians integrating into Welsh society. 🤝💼
As the debate heats up, leading Welsh representatives, including Eluned Morgan, accuse Reform UK of using the government’s refugee support to create division. Even Nigel Farage of Reform UK has acknowledged a disconnect, admitting the scheme’s support for Ukrainians should be separately recognized. 🗣️💬
The Caerphilly council has received the complaint but has no power to investigate due to electoral enforcement limitations. Instead, it’s been passed to Gwent Police for further consideration. 🕵️♀️🚔
As tensions rise, the situation highlights the complexities of political campaigning and the impact on community relationships. Do you think political parties should be held accountable for their campaign content? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️💬
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