Retired Gurkhas must now be allowed to become British citizens
September 30, 2008 by ncoffice
Nick Clegg with retired Gurkhas
Liberal Democrat Leader Nick Clegg today welcomed the High Court ruling condemning the Government’s policy of deporting retired Gurkhas and called on ministers to now give all retired Gurkhas the right to become British citizens.
Nick Clegg said:
This ruling rightly condemns the Government’s shameful decision to deny these veterans the right to live here and gain British citizenship after years of service and distinguished conduct.
The Government must now allow all Gurkhas who risked their lives serving in our armed forces to become British citizens.
If someone is prepared to die for our country they should have the right to live in our country.
Please sign the petition on http://www.gurkhajustice.org.uk
Having served with the gurkhas for 2 years ,during the Malay conflict 1949-52
I would think that these men have as much right as me to live in this country.
The government should without further delay,give them that right.
Ex Member 45 Commando RM
I find it absolutely disgusting that this governement gives protection to terrorists and criminals using this country as a hiding hole and yet, in sharp contrast, people that fought and risked their lives for this country are denied the right to live here. The governements treatment of these Brittish Soldiers has shamed our country.
It is only decent, that when the Gurkhas ask for our counties help, it is given without hessitation. Whether the Gurkhas are citizens or not, they should be welcomed with open arms.