people seek freedom to practice their
own religion
people seek escape from political persecution in their
own country
people seek economic opportunities
wages in Britain are higher
more job opportunities
London is an example of a Multicultural
city. Over 250 languages are spoken as a
first language and there are residents
from countries all over the world.
Advantages
new skills/ideas
diversity enriches society
different food/music/festivals
overcomes ignorance/prejudice
Disadvantages
extreme persecution
communication problems
blame on immigrants
prejudice/arrest
Politics & Religion
For
it is right to influence people on
moral issues
every area of life should be represented
in politics
might stop extremism and terrorism
important to protect
religious freedom
Against
politics is a struggle for power; religion is
concerned with spiritual things
other faiths (or none) may take offence if religion influences
political beliefs and religious beliefs may be in conflict
eg. Roman Catholics oppose abortion, state doesn't