Last-minute legal challenge halts 'forced removal' of former political activist who sought refuge in Greater Manchester
A campaigning charity has revealed a former political activist from Ivory Coast - who they said was due to be 'forcibly removed' from the UK on a flight out of Heathrow Airport today - remains in the country after lawyers stepped in on his behalf at the eleventh hour.
RAPAR, however, said it would now be far easier for him to recover evidence to back his claim from Ivory Coast as the political situation in the African country has settled recently. Despite that, and the charity's fears he would be in danger if he returned, he was sent to an immigration removal centre ahead of the planned flight on Friday evening.
"We know there is much work still to be done and we will continue to build the campaign alongside Growing Together, Roots and others, including the many individual supporters Kouame has in Manchester. The charity said after arriving in Greater Manchester, he contacted several charities and joined a number of active groups. "Kouame is cherished by many people in Greater Manchester as the letters and messages of support we have received have shown," said a spokesperson for the charity, which was founded in Salford. "Kouame belongs here."
"He started to spend more time outside, digging at the allotments, and going out on his bike for as much of the day as he could. He also joined the mental health group at RAPAR, where he is an active member.
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