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Part 01: Muhammad Idrish gives his opinions on British Immigration law. He describes the campaign he fought against his own deportation, accompanied by images of a march in his name. We see pamphlets and newspaper articles related to other campaigns launched. He explains the ‘Over Age Children’ rule, and the ‘Primary Purpose’ rule. Harry and Sheila Surju talk about their fight against deportation. We hear about the problems associated with ‘means testing’, with first hand experience from Andimore and Jennifer Panton. Mr. Idrish explains ‘Entry Clearance’ applications, waiting lists and interviews. He goes on to talk about what happens when an immigrant arrives at a British airport.
Part 02: Jennifer Panton describes her husband Andimore’s poor treatment when he arrived at a British airport as an immigrant. Muhammad Idrish talks about the ‘12 Month Rule’. We see a pamphlet for ‘Sally Morten’ and hear about the case from Sally herself. Prakash Chavrimootoo describes the situation which led to the Home Office trying to deport her and her young son. Muhammad Idrish sets out the stages of the anti-deportation campaigns. Clients talk about their own campaigns. We see a brief shot of campaigners and clients meeting. Muhammad Idrish finishes the film with reassurances for those facing deportation.
This video was made by Ranbir K. Bains, Joanne Brookman, Marian Hall for W.M.A.D.C.
Many thanks to everyone who has participated especially Birmingham Asian REsource Centre and Birmingham TURC