Scottish Mag 3 Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 Watford's Al Bangura faces deportation to Sierra Leone after losing his case to stay in the UK at an Asylum and Immigration Tribunal hearing. The 19-year-old, who became a father only nine days ago, will launch an immediate appeal against the decision, with the full support of his club. He arrived from Sierra Leone four years ago and was given limited discretionary leave to stay. But now the Home Office will initiate moves to remove him from the country. Watford's Head of Football operations Iain Moody said: "This is terrible news for Al and a big shock to everyone at the club. "We are sad and very disappointed that he has not been granted leave to remain in the UK. We have instructed our advisers to begin preparing an appeal to this decision. "This is a significant setback for Al and his family but we will continue to fight this case and have full confidence that common sense and justice will prevail and Al will be allowed to continue his life in this country. "We have been fortunate to count on the support of Watford MP Claire Ward in making representations to the Home Office on Al's behalf and we look forward to continue working with her on this." Watford manager Aidy Boothroyd had said being sent home would be an "absolute disaster" for Bangura. And club legal representative Chris Pelentrides insisted there was a compelling case for Bangura to be allowed to stay in the country. "His compassionate circumstances clearly warrant his continued stay in the United Kingdom," he said. "He has built up his life, having established great ties here, including a family life with his partner and a profession." Before the ruling, Watford MP Ward told BBC 3CR: "This is a young man who came to this country under very difficult circumstances and as an under-18. "He clearly has an incredible talent, which has been spotted, and in that sense he was fortunate. "He has made a very good life for himself and is a significant contributor to the UK economy and to my local economy as a constituent." Bangura has made over 50 appearances, scoring one goal, since joining the club in April 2005. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 I think it's a disgrace. If he'd been a criminal he'd probably have been allowed to stay in case he faced torture on his return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Dynamite 7312 Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 Its a load of shit like. The amount of immigrants in this country that contribute fuck all! Then we have one plying an honest trade and hes sent packing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smooth Operator 10 Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 I'm all for them coming over here if they are going to be upstanding, valuable members of the community in which they live so this is a disgrace but only goes to highlight the failings in this country on immigration. Like it's been said had he been a criminal he would defo be staying!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewerk 31592 Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 Its a load of shit like. The amount of immigrants in this country that contribute fuck all! Then we have one plying an honest trade and hes sent packing! Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fop 1 Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 He'll probably get to stay in the end, almost anybody has got a case to stay on compassionate grounds, and he should have a decent enough legal team to find the right tack. Bizarre that they are doing it though, but I guess he's made himself an easy and visible target for it (as far as the bureaucracy is concerned). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetleftpeg 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Shocking decision. He'll get to stay in the end I reckon, but only after more time and money is wasted on an appeal when really common sense should only have given one outcome. The kid will be shitting himself between now and then. Reckon he's a dead man if he goes back like, something to do with his dad being quite high up in one of the tribes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbyshinton 59 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Shocking decision. He'll get to stay in the end I reckon, but only after more time and money is wasted on an appeal when really common sense should only have given one outcome. The kid will be shitting himself between now and then. Reckon he's a dead man if he goes back like, something to do with his dad being quite high up in one of the tribes. I wish it had happened to a few of ours Geremi Baba Marcellino Luque It is shocking like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I dunno, afaik his temp status as asylum seeker from sierra leone ran out, its no longer dangerous so off he goes. Or do we think any body from Sierra Leone should be allowed to stay. Surely he shouldnt be allowed to stay just because he can play football? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewerk 31592 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Surely he shouldnt be allowed to stay just because he can play football? He should be allowed to stay because he's settled here and is earning a good wage and contributing a fair bit in taxes imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I hate that 'settled' argument, have you ever heard of an illegal being told to piss off after a day in the country? By the time we've gone the through the proper channels and ensured his human rights are respected, of course he's already got a job, wife, kids and a career; or worse, already banged up for nicking credit cards or beating up old ladies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Every case should be judged on its merits imo. Which is why he should be allowed to stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Every case should be judged on its merits imo. Which is why he should be allowed to stay. On its merits being? He is a teenager who has already got a kid and can kick a football, what exactly makes that more deserving than anybody else who has managed to get a job/knock a bird up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Every case should be judged on its merits imo. Which is why he should be allowed to stay. On its merits being? He is a teenager who has already got a kid and can kick a football, what exactly makes that more deserving than anybody else who has managed to get a job/knock a bird up Earns decent money, contributes to the economy, has a skill which should keep him in work. Shame he hasn't raped anyone like. He'd be guarenteed to stay then. Upon release of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Every case should be judged on its merits imo. Which is why he should be allowed to stay. On its merits being? He is a teenager who has already got a kid and can kick a football, what exactly makes that more deserving than anybody else who has managed to get a job/knock a bird up Earns decent money, contributes to the economy, has a skill which should keep him in work. Shame he hasn't raped anyone like. He'd be guarenteed to stay then. Upon release of course. You're turning into Leazes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/7070798.stm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Oh righto, because a rapist was allowed to remain in the country, then we should let everybody who wants stay in the country. Now I understand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewerk 31592 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Oh righto, because a rapist was allowed to remain in the country, then we should let everybody who wants stay in the country. Now I understand That's exactly what he's saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Oh righto, because a rapist was allowed to remain in the country, then we should let everybody who wants stay in the country. Now I understand Never had you down as a straw man before. Expect better from you tbh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Oh righto, because a rapist was allowed to remain in the country, then we should let everybody who wants stay in the country. Now I understand Never had you down as a straw man before. Expect better from you tbh. Bah, you brought the rapist into it not me. I just find the across the board support ironic considering most reactions to immigration. I am actually fairly relaxed about immigration in general, I am happy for pretty much anybody to be let in, (rapists excepted obv) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I find it funny that the foreigner is contributing to the economy but the home grown footballers are money grabbing barstards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15869 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I was going to say, I presume the tax £££ from the football industry is a huge money-spinner for the government. Of course, they spend it all on housing for rapist immigrants, so you can't win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Oh righto, because a rapist was allowed to remain in the country, then we should let everybody who wants stay in the country. Now I understand Never had you down as a straw man before. Expect better from you tbh. Bah, you brought the rapist into it not me. I just find the across the board support ironic considering most reactions to immigration. I am actually fairly relaxed about immigration in general, I am happy for pretty much anybody to be let in, (rapists excepted obv) I thought the case of the sex attacker was pertinent. That's why I brought it up. I don't see how my support for this bloke is ironic. When have I ever taken an anti-immigration stance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I find it funny that the foreigner is contributing to the economy but the home grown footballers are money grabbing barstards. Aye, I've never heard anyone have a pop at the likes of Luque and Marcelino for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Oh righto, because a rapist was allowed to remain in the country, then we should let everybody who wants stay in the country. Now I understand Never had you down as a straw man before. Expect better from you tbh. Bah, you brought the rapist into it not me. I just find the across the board support ironic considering most reactions to immigration. I am actually fairly relaxed about immigration in general, I am happy for pretty much anybody to be let in, (rapists excepted obv) I thought the case of the sex attacker was pertinent. That's why I brought it up. I don't see how my support for this bloke is ironic. When have I ever taken an anti-immigration stance? Gak I play devils advocate just once and I get Alex on my case - bloody typical. It wasnt you I was getting at so much as the "rivers of blood" mentality that seems to be everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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