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Three politicians will debate the issue of refugees and asylum seekers.
The Light Foundation which organises monthly debates on a range of topics is hosting the event titled ‘Is ‘Hostile’ Politics Endangering Refugees?’.
Appearing on the panel will be Preston City Council’s Labour leader Matthew Brown, Reform UK’s deputy leader at Lancashire County Council Simon Evans and Independent MP for Blackburn Adnan Hussain.
A spokesperson for the event said: “This event seeks to explore the impact of political narratives and policies on refugees and asylum seekers in the UK.
“Our aim is to provide a safe, respectful space where participants can hear a range of perspectives and engage in constructive dialogue.”
The debate is free to attend and takes place at the Preston Quaker Meeting House at 189 St George’s Road on Thursday 2 October.
Attendance needs to be pre-booked via Eventbrite and bags and security checks will take place upon entry.
The debate begins at 7.30pm with doors opening from 7pm. It is expected to last until 9pm.
