• What We Stand For
  • Equality
    • Ethnic Minorities

Ethnic Minorities

Britain today is a multi-ethnic, multi-faith, diverse society. It is a richer society as a result - culturally, socially and economically. The Liberal Democrats embrace and celebrate a diverse Britain.

We also recognise that the experiences of ethnic minorities differ depending on whether they are male, female, rich, poor, heterosexual, of black descent, Asian descent or Chinese descent, and we are sensitive to these many differences.

We will ensure that our laws reflect that diversity, protecting minorities from violence, discrimination and harassment and allowing everyone the freedom to live their lives. Labour can no longer lay exclusive claim to the votes of Britain’s ethnic minorities. The Liberal Democrats are the leading proponents of policies which call for tolerance and respect for human rights, both at home and abroad.

We have refused to join the other parties on their dangerous competition with anti-immigrant rhetoric that does little to actually promote a sensible immigration policy. We will promote a balanced approach to tackling terrorism which means tackling the breeding grounds of terrorism – inequality, extremism and oppression.

We will also work hard to promote positive examples of the many contributions ethnic minorities have made to this country such as in the health service, in construction and in driving forward small businesses and entrepreneurship. We will not engage in stigmatising whole communities by headline chasing on issues of ‘honour’, gun and knife crime.