Leigh witnesses protesters against the new immigration bill.

Leigh, a town in Greater Manchester, was the site of a protest on Saturday, September 11th against the UK’s new immigration law. The protest was organized by the local Labour Party and saw a turnout of around 200 people.

The new immigration law, which came into effect on July 1st, gives the UK government greater powers to deport migrants who are deemed to have committed a criminal offence. The law has been criticized by campaigners who argue that it will lead to the deportation of migrants who have lived in the UK for many years and who may have families and ties to the community.

The protest in Leigh was part of a wider campaign against the law, with similar events taking place across the country. The campaign has been supported by a number of high-profile figures, including Labour leader Keir Starmer.

Speaking at the protest, local Labour councillor Mark Aldred said: “This law is cruel and unjust. It will tear families apart and do nothing to make our communities safer. We need to send a message to the government that Leigh will not stand for this.”

The protest in Leigh is just one example of the growing opposition to the UK’s immigration policies. As the government continues to pursue a hardline approach to immigration, campaigners are calling for a more compassionate and humane approach that takes into account the lives and wellbeing of migrants and their families.

As individuals, we all have a role to play in standing up for the rights of migrants and opposing policies that seek to demonize and scapegoat vulnerable communities. By coming together in solidarity and speaking out against injustice, we can build a more just and equitable society for all.