0 Have your say EU citizens in Scotland have suffered an "increase in discrimination" and now feel "unwanted and unwelcome" as a result of the Brexit divide, a new study has found. Scotland's reputation as a "welcoming and friendly" is now being undermined over the treatment faced by many of the 223,000 EU citizens living in the country, according to the report by Robert Gordon University.It raises concerns about the impact on the mental health of EU citizens north of the border and calls for action to tackle this at a national and local level.Scottish Government Europe minister Ben Macpherson admitted the findings are "hard to hear" but put the uncertainty down to UK Government policies on residency status and other rights. READ MORE: SNP makes new demand for immigration to be devolvedThe report, entitled How Brexit Impacts EU Citizens’ Mental Health And Wellbeing Research Findings, finds the political divisions in recent years have had a … [Read more...] about Brexit: EU citizens in Scotland ‘feel unwelcome’ after Brexit
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Health Secretary bids to reassure EU citizens working in NHS
News / Scotland by Press Association April 10, 2019, 11:19 am Send us a story Sign up to our Daily newsletter European staff in the health service will be supported to stay in Scotland regardless of the outcome of Brexit, Jeane Freeman has said. In a letter to EU and EEA citizens working in the NHS, the Health Secretary said that although she had hoped for greater clarity over the Brexit process, her top priority will continue to be ensuring the rights of people living in Scotland. She also reiterated the application process for EU citizens aiming to remain in the UK after Brexit, and outlined the advice published by the Scottish Government under its Stay in Scotland campaign launched last week. In her letter, Ms Freeman told EU citizens: “Your contributions are very much valued. We want you to continue to live and work in Scotland. “We are very grateful for the work you do and the contribution you make, not just to patient care but … [Read more...] about Health Secretary bids to reassure EU citizens working in NHS
‘EU citizens will always remain welcome in the Highlands’, says Ross MSP
A ROSS-shire MSP has made an impassioned plea to EU citizens to stay in Scotland amid ongoing Brexit uncertainty.Kate Forbes' appeal to those living in her Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch constituency - which includes Dingwall and the Black Isle – follows a similar plea issued by the First Minister.Last week, Nicola Sturgeon made a commitment to EU citizens that Scotland remains their home - promising to continue making a strong case for their rights to be protected in any EU exit scenario.The SNP leader has written an open letter to EU citizens to confirm a new ‘Stay in Scotland’ package that will consist of £250,000 for community based support across Scotland; a support and advice service for EU citizens with more complex needs or particular challenges and a toolkit for employers, including posters, factsheets, digital content and guide directing EU citizens to further guidance.Miss Forbes said: “It is important to make clear that EU citizens will always … [Read more...] about ‘EU citizens will always remain welcome in the Highlands’, says Ross MSP
Plea for EU citizens to stay in Moray
MORAY'S MSP has made a plea for EU citizens to stay in Moray amid fears over Brexit.Richard Lochhead made the statement after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon pledged to help both EU nationals and employers.The SNP leader wrote an open letter where she announced a 'Stay in Scotland’ package which will consist of £250,000 for community-based support, an advice service for EU citizens and a toolkit for employers.Mr Lochhead said: “It is important to make clear that EU citizens will always remain welcome in Moray, and I will continue to do all I can to help people stay in Scotland.“It’s wrong for the UK government to make EU citizens who have built their lives in Scotland, and who contribute massively to our economy and communities, apply for the continued right to remain in their own homes.“With absolutely no clarity from Westminster, this announcement from the First Minister will provide welcome support for EU citizens across Scotland.“I know from … [Read more...] about Plea for EU citizens to stay in Moray
Falkirk MSP tells EU citizens they are always welcome in Scotland
A Falkirk district MSP has made an impassioned plea to EU citizens living in the region to stay in Scotland amid ongoing Brexit uncertainty. This week First Minister Nicola Sturgeon made a commitment to EU citizens that Scotland remains their home — promising to continue making a strong case for their rights to be protected in any EU exit scenario.Falkirk East SNP MSP Angus MacDonald is echoing Ms Sturgeon’s pledge, made in an open letter which details a Stay in Scotland package.The package includes: £250,000 for community-based support across Scotland; a support and advice service for EU citizens with more complex needs or particular challenges; and a toolkit for employers, including posters, factsheets, digital content and guide, directing EU citizens to further guidance.Mr MacDonald has previously written to EU citizens in the area following a successful campaign to push the UK government to scrap the £65 “settled status” fee.He said: “It is … [Read more...] about Falkirk MSP tells EU citizens they are always welcome in Scotland