Under the government’s New Plan for Immigration, there is a risk that people like her will be turned away, or only given temporary protection.
Jihyun Park was beaten, tortured, used for sex and put in a North Korean labour camp – before escaping, and making a new life for herself here.
The harrowing personal story of Jihyun Park, followed by her selection as a Tory candidate in Bury, puts current political obsessions in perspective.
Not only is this type of ‘education’ a nonsense, but the taxpayer will have to pick up the bill for it.
Most Tory MPs will be seeing large increases in the housing targets for their seats, while many Labour MPs see their local targets reduced.
As with Brexit, the fundamentals of the Tory position are much stronger than they may seem to be.
It can provide councils that are more efficient, cost effective, and customer focused, without giving up accountability.
How prepared are we for strict social distancing for the forseeable future, compulsory masks, closed leisure facilities – and a semi-functioning economy?
Bury, the West Midlands, Dudley and perhaps the Durham PCC polls are well worth keeping an eye on.
Liverpool City Council has spent an average of £7,222 for each person who lost weight. Kensington and Chelsea has spent £9,957 for each person who drinks less alcohol.
Since I arrived in 2018, I have discovered so much about British politics – and the value of a name.