Warrington South
Pledge
I pledge to support Hongkongers
in their pursuit of freedom and democracy;
in their settlement and integration in the UK, including the existing BN(O) visa programme and support for Hongkonger asylum seekers facing political repression, and;
in the exercise of their civic rights and freedoms, free from repression, in Britain.
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat): Signed
Policy questionnaire
1. Tackling transnational repression by the Chinese and Hong Kong governments
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat):
I and the Liberal Democrats always uphold the right to peaceful protest and self determination. We need to ensure all those in the UK are able to democratically express their views, and where repression is taking place, need to take measures to prevent it.
2. Sanctioning Chinese and Hong Kong government officials responsible for human rights abuses
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat):
Subject to proper review, absolutely.
3. Shutting down Confucius Institutes in the UK
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat):
We need to take seriously the issues identified by bodies such as Human Rights Watch, and take appropriate action to ensure these organisations behave in line with UK standards, do not exert unreasonable influence, and where problematic, are closed down.
4. Assisting Hong Kong immigrants in retrieving their Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat):
Absolutely - this needs to be accessible in the same way as other schemes, and a BN (O) must be admissible as a travel document.
5. Assisting Hong Kong immigrants in finding jobs commensurate with their work experience
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat):
This makes absolute sense. We need to look at professional recognition, potentially with ‘top up’ learning, to give everyone the best opportunities.
6. Improving NHS services and reducing crimes in local communities
Graham Gowland (Liberal Democrat):
This is a key manifesto pledge. Please look at our detailed policies on the NHS and policing. I believe we offer the strongest manifesto on both healthcare and the NHS.
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Last updated: 16/6/2024