As residents of Minster-On-Sea, we cherish our community and its unique character. We have been informed about a proposed immigration centre to house asylum seekers, expected to be operational by May 2024 at Ocean Heights, Minster leas. This development deeply concerns us.

Our beloved town is known for its tranquility and as a popular tourist hotspot. The proposed site for the immigration centre is next to the Little Oyster - a care home for vulnerable adults right in the heart of our community. We fear that this project will disrupt our peaceful environment and potentially pose risks to our vulnerable population.

Furthermore, it's important to consider that introducing such a facility in an area heavily reliant on tourism could negatively impact local businesses and employment rates (source: Office for National Statistics).

We understand the need for asylum seeker housing but believe there are more suitable locations which would not disrupt established communities or local economies.

We urge you to reconsider this decision and find an alternative location that respects both the needs of asylum seekers and existing communities. Please sign this petition if you share these concerns about preserving the character of Minster-On-Sea while ensuring fair treatment of asylum seekers.