Saturday 27th September 2025 and good to meet up with many KONPNE supporters at the Anti Racism Rally / counter protest in Newcastle this afternoon. Apparently, Tommy Robinson, prominent far right wing racist was in town for a conference / protest march – but they very soon found that they, the far right, were not welcome in the North East. In short, the far right were massively, totally outnumbered. The counter-protest from the people of the North East was IMMENSE. We made it clear that there is no place for racists on the streets of Newcastle.
When immigration is considered in the cold light of day, the reality is that the UK would be unable to function as a society if it weren’t for people from other countries. Every aspect of public life would be significantly damaged were it not for those who have moved from abroad to live and work in the UK. Major cultural, educational, political and civic institutions would cease to function, especially the NHS and care system. We must dispel the myth that immigration harms society, and particularly the NHS. Austerity and cuts are to blame for the NHS crisis, not migrants.
FACT CHECK: The NHS and social care would collapse without overseas workers. Around 35% of doctors are from abroad and 27% of nurses and health advisors. See this data from The House of Commons Briefing paper, 20th November 2023 – click here
Huge thanks to Newcastle Unites, Stand Up To Racism North East and other groups and individuals for organising todays very successful counter protest. You did a superb job. Respect from all at KONPNE.
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