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Inverness Residents Protest Asylum Seekers Amid Safety Concerns

11/2/2025

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Residents in Inverness will protest on November 15 over 300 asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks.
Locals cite safety concerns and say there was no consultation.
Innes Grant, organiser, says the protest will be peaceful and he fears unchecked undocumented males.
The Home Office defends the plan, citing pressure on the asylum system and safety.
Scottish Conservative MSP Edward Mountain criticized the government's approach as ignoring local voices.

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Residents in Inverness will protest on November 15 over 300 asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks.
Locals cite safety concerns and say there was no consultation.
Innes Grant, organiser, says the protest will be peaceful and he fears unchecked undocumented males.
The Home Office defends the plan, citing pressure on the asylum system and safety.
Scottish Conservative MSP Edward Mountain criticized the government's approach as ignoring local voices.