Traveller charity says MP incited discrimination
A traveller charity has accused a Member of Parliament of inciting discrimination against the traveller community.
The charity, Travellers’ Rights Organization, issued a statement condemning the MP’s recent remarks about travellers in a speech to Parliament. The MP reportedly described travellers as “a burden on society” and called for stricter measures to control their movements.
The charity’s spokesperson, Sarah Smith, said that such inflammatory language only serves to perpetuate negative stereotypes and discrimination against the traveller community. She called on the MP to retract their statements and apologize for inciting hatred towards a marginalized group.
The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many condemning the MP’s comments as discriminatory and calling for greater understanding and acceptance of the traveller community.
Travellers’ Rights Organization has organized a rally to protest against the MP’s remarks and to raise awareness about the discrimination faced by travellers in society.