REFUGEE AND MIGRANT JUSTICE (No. 2)
Early day motion 448, tabled 8 July 2010 by Ian Swales (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 20 members.
That this House recognises the outstanding service provided byRefugee and Migrant Justice (RMJ)and expresses regret at its recent closure; notes that the Legal Services Commission (LSC)is ensuring that existing clients of the organisation continue to have proper advice and representation; expresses concern that the LSC may experience delays in finding providers to take onRMJ's 10,000 cases; and calls on the Home Office to prevent any planned removals of people who have been unable to access legal advice following the closure of RMJ.
Signatures by party: Labour 11, Liberal Democrat 6, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Conservative 1.