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‘Inherently racist’ scheme to provide 'British Homes for British workers' slammed by campaigners
Rooftops of houses on the Knowle council estate, October 4, 2017

CAMPAIGNERS have accused the Tories of whipping up hate by announcing racist and discriminatory plans to make it more difficult for migrants to access social housing. 

The government said today that only those with “close connections” to Britain will be favoured for social housing. 

Applicants will have to demonstrate a connection to Britain for at least 10 years.

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