Celebrating the vast contributions of Manchester's Windrush generation 75 years on
The vast contributions of Manchester’s Windrush generation has been celebrated during a jubilant event.
“Concentrating on the words ‘commemorate, celebrate and educate’ we wanted to focus on the huge contribution of this generation,” she says. “It was a beautiful day. A replica HMT Windrush was the centrepiece of the day with visitors able to take pictures in front of it with the flags of the Caribbean islands. There was also a stage show featuring a range of artists performing music from rap to reggae.
An investigation by The Guardian’s Amelia Gentleman found that people had been classified as illegal immigrants, meaning they could not remain employed or access housing and public services. Shocking stories emerged of those who were deported to countries they had not lived in since they were children.
Since the scandal was revealed, scores of people have come forward to the Windrush Defenders - a community interest group run by volunteers. They have been advocating for clients and working to help them with documentation and compensation claims. But it’s a long and arduous process for many.
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