Hello everyone - the time for action is now!

With the UK still feeling the emotional impact of the lock down, it’s important to remember that some people feel the impact of family separation every day due to the MIR. We need all of our MPs to know that, too.

There's never been a more important time to take action in support of families who are in the same position Tony and I were this time last year. We were lucky to finally win our battle but there are too many still fighting.

Right now is a historic moment. MPs are about to decide on the biggest changes in the history of this country's immigration system, as they debate and vote on a landmark Immigration Bill. So let's use this opportunity to take action!

Every day for the next 5 days, I'll be posting an update here with details of an action you can take in the space of 5 minutes to raise your voice and help grow our movement for change.

Day 1

Our first action for the week is so simple, but SO important. Your MP has the power to vote to scrap the rule that separates so many families like me and Tony - the Minimum Income Requirement. Writing to your MP lets them know that this is an issue that concerns you as their constituent, and that you'd like to see them take action. The more constituents that do this, the more likely they are to do what's right and vote to suspend the MIR.

That’s why the first action in our 5 Days of Action for Families is to write to your MP.

You can do this really quickly and easily - just click the link below, or copy and paste the following URL into your browser: https://www.jcwi.org.uk/ask-your-mp-to-protect-families-affected-by-covid-19

Then, type in your postcode and you'll see a template message pop up, already addressed to your MP. The message can be edited, so please do this if you'd like to add any personal reflections - this can really help get an MP's attention. Once you've sent your message, you can also share the action to social media in one click, so that other people do the same. 

It's so important that MPs know what their constituents are thinking, and what issues are of concern to them. Writing to them about the MIR is one of the most important things you can do to bring about change. 

I'm so very excited to start this 5-day journey with you - thank you for raising your voice to make sure that everyone has the right to a life with their loved ones. Together, we can make a change!