DEPORTATION OF SAKCHAI MAKAO

Early day motion 2373, tabled 15 June 2006 by Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 113 members.

That this House notes with concern the appalling treatment of Sakchai Makao, in his arrest and subsequent detention in Durham maximum security prison; further notes that the deportation order was issued two years after he had served eight months for fire raising; recognises the widespread public support in Shetland for Mr Makao and the valued position that he holds within the local community; and urges the Home Office to rescind the deportation order and release Mr Makao.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 60, Labour 39, Scottish National Party 6, Conservative 3, Plaid Cymru 2, DUP 1, Respect 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.