Cannot believe this bigotry

I didn't feel a need to (or any interest in) reading the comments. I was interested in what the politician had to say.

couldn't all families in the uk who have a spare room, adopt one of the refugees, they could be a sort of servant and do the housework while we are at work/leisure, they would get bed and board and they would be happy and we would have a cheap source of help, it would save the government millions in paying care workers for the elderly and disabled and the refugees would have a home.

ok, well it was just a thought!!!!!

yeah bring back slavery- that will help a lot.

Slavery will help both sides, years ago we had the feudal system and that was the same and it worked out quite well.

Ive been reading earlier posts on this subject and some believe they will be sent to the North, what have we done to deserve them? The North is wild and uncluttered and long may it stay that way.

shame on you for talking this way, sorry- listen to yourself. Plain and sheer provocation- so won't bite any further.

I am speechless! This is a wind up, isn't it?

Well, if that statement isn't a wind-up etheltbags, I fear for your sanity.

Yes, and we all wear woad still.

I find that reading the comments underneath an article shows me the sort of people who read the paper or website.
I then know whether or not to read any more from the same source.

PML

hope you were attemting irony and not trolling

What does PML mean?

peed myself laughing

Etheltbags Hello, mojo!

Thank you Penstemmon.
Funnily enough I didn't. Is that because I don't share EthelTbags's sense of humour, or just better bladder control, I wonder.

I think the comments about Meersbrook123's post were a bit harsh as she was trying to be honest about how she feels. I do think there is reason to say that we may not have done those immigrating to the UK in recent years any favours by not encouraging them to integrate more. It's a hugely difficult problem of course because people naturally want to live in communities that provide a support structure and familiarity but those larger "other" communities can also create fear in some.

I expected some empathy, with her family having been in a similar situation.

I read Meerbrook123's post as expressing understanding of those who feel frightened by the crisis, jen.
That doesn't mean that he or she can't empathise with the refugees as well - the two are not mutually exclusive.
To be able to see both sides is good - there was no need for you to be so curt.

I think Meersbrook123 was just being honest and her thoughts and feelings are as valid as anyone else's. I don't think anyone believes resettling refugees is an easy time.

I agree with what the German politian said, but it won't be as straightforward as she makes out in naming the 4 'tests'.

There's the sticky issue of religious freedom. My biggest problem with Islam is the current interpretation and acceptance of restrictions on women in society by probably the majority of Muslims. Some immigrants emigrate to be able to practice their religion in safety. But when some of their beliefs are against the law of the land, what is to be done? In EU countries we talk about equal opportunities and have legislation to try and stop unfairness. How do we enforce legislation that conflicts with someone's religious beliefs? Many refugees are Christian, but many are not.

Personally, I believe if someone chooses to come and live in the UK, the law of the land should prevail. However, I feel ignorant about this subject, so would be interested in knowing what others think.

I think Jen that people do feel like this, often because the Conservatives and the right wing press encourage a sense of fear. What Corbyn is offering is hope but, as you will know, someone who is fearful finds it hard to hope so those of us who want others to be able to see it have to offer it in a very palatable way. My worry is that otherwise people will cling to the party that offers them the appearance of protection from a fear that need not be anywhere near so deep. There is a battle between hope and fear but hope must be understanding of the fear.

People have always felt fear or apprehension about incomers to an established locale. That's long before the media or even governments existed gracesgran. Its just human. People who are different have always been viewed with suspicion.

They have Jane10 but before the media single people or groups have always tried to use fear to manipulate others (think witch-doctors). The media is just another step along the way. Surely you are not saying none of the media whips this feeling up?

I fear some on here are snobs.Working class,my Asspidestra,

There are snobs and snobs, and it is not always the working class that they look down on.

No GG I'm not saying that but by constantly blaming the govt and media you are missing a key point.