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SCOTLAND IS AN INCLUSIVE AND INTERNATIONALIST COUNTRY, WITH A LONG HISTORY OF WELCOMING PEOPLE OF ALL NATIONALITIES. However, the Tories’ disastrous, draconian approach to migration is

incompatible with the values of Scotland’s society and the needs of our economy. Instead of recognising Scotland’s unique demographic needs, Boris Johnson and Priti Patel are slamming the

door shut at all costs. Here’s what you need to know. 1) THE TORIES’ NEW MIGRATION SYSTEM COMPLETELY DISREGARDS SCOTLAND’S NEEDS Scotland relies on migration to grow our population and fuel

our economy – more so than anywhere else in the UK. Despite claiming that it works for all of the UK, the Tories’ new system does not recognise any of Scotland’s distinct demographic or

economic needs – while Boris Johnson’s government failed to consult or engage with the Scottish Government. Experts estimated that it will lead to a 50-80% reduction in net migration from

the EU – potentially causing “significant labour shortages”, especially in Scotland’s rural areas that are already struggling with depopulation. > 👏🏻 @AnumQaisarJaved smashing her maiden 

speech in the House of > Commons. >  > Scotland needs our own migration system, one that is based on > equality, fairness & respect, not one that is based on points, > 

exclusion & months of anxiety caused by the processes. > pic.twitter.com/zADJqJ9iBZ >  > — Julia Stachurska (@julstachurska) May 19, 2021 2) MIGRATION ENRICHES OUR SOCIETY The

Scottish Government’s analysis has revealed that each EU citizen working in Scotland generates an additional £10,000 in government revenue and adds £34,000 to GDP each year. It’s clear that

our economy and communities are strengthened by people who choose to make Scotland their home, wherever they come from. Boris Johnson’s irresponsible ‘hostile environment’ migration policies

are failing Scotland and have no place in our society. > 🔎 Boris Johnson’s immigration plan is morally wrong and > economically illiterate. >  > 🌍 Migrants make a net 

contribution to Scotland’s economy and > the @scotgov must have the powers to build a more welcoming society. > #Marr pic.twitter.com/e4rvmgw2Dw >  > — The SNP (@theSNP) February

 23, 2020 3) THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT BACKED THE DEVOLUTION OF MIGRATION POWERS, SUPPORTED BY A WIDE RANGE OF EXPERTS There is cross-party support, lead by the SNP and backed by all parties

apart from the Tories, for migration powers to be brought to Holyrood, after the previous Parliament overwhelmingly voted for a tailored immigration system – one that respects Scotland’s

interests, provides much-needed staff for our public services, and puts compassion and human dignity at its heart. This is reinforced by the backing of the Expert Advisory Group on Migration

and Population, as well as expert organisations including the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC), Federation of Small Business (FSB), and the Scottish Council for Development and

Industry (SCDI). > 🛑 Boris Johnson’s xenophobic immigration agenda is failing > Scotland. >  > 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 We need a tailored migration system > that serves Scotland’s needs – 

that’s why @scotgov has > unveiled the Scottish Visa proposals. >  > 👇 Here’s all you need to know.https://t.co/v7XSabkQrS >  > — The SNP (@theSNP) February 11, 2020 4)

SCOTLAND CAN’T AFFORD MORE OF WESTMINSTER’S FAILED APPROACH Scotland’s own immigration system would serve our needs much better than an out-of-touch system designed in Westminster. The

Scottish Government’s proposed Scottish Visa system would be an additional option alongside other UK visas post-Brexit, boosting Scotland’s economy, strengthening our public services, and

reflecting our welcoming and open-minded culture. The UK Government’s proposed policy of reducing net migration to the tens of thousands could damage Scotland’s economy by up to £10 billion

per year by 2040. Either the Tories are in complete denial about the devastating impact of their migration plans, or they’re fully aware of the economic damage they will unleash – while

simply not caring about the consequences for Scotland. > Tory immigration policy is offensive in principle – it labels > vital workers, making a big contribution as ‘low skilled’ &

> slams the door in their faces. And it is disastrous in practice – > it will badly damage our economy. We must get powers to create > policy for our needs & values >  > 

— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) February 19, 2020 5) THE ONLY WAY TO REMAIN A WELCOMING COUNTRY AND PROTECT OUR INTERESTS IS WITH INDEPENDENCE The SNP will continue fighting for full

devolution of migration powers to Holyrood, but the only way to guarantee getting rid of the Tory ‘hostile environment’ is by becoming an independent country. An independent Scotland can be

free from the cruel immigration raids, xenophobic migration politics, and assert itself as the welcoming country that’s proud of the contributions migrants make to our society. When the

pandemic is over, people in Scotland must have the choice over our future, so we can build a society that truly reflects Scotland’s values – not those of Boris Johnson and his right-wing

ilk. > 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 As an independent nation, Scotland will > be able to shape its own future – free from Westminster austerity, > Trident and immigration raids. >  > 📣 

@NicolaSturgeon: “By any measure of parliamentary democracy, > there is a clear mandate for a referendum within this term of > Parliament.” pic.twitter.com/KyW3Kg6LQR >  > — Yes 

(@YesScot) May 18, 2021