Top vicar claims lack of honesty in handling asylum seekers switching religions
Reverend Matthew Firth alleges that batches of mainly Iranian and Syrian men were being baptized but showed no real interest in Christianity, with pressure from immigration lawyers to overstate commitment at removal tribunals.
Concerns raised after Clapham acid attacker's asylum claim
Asylum seekers using religion switch to avoid deportation scrutinized after Abdul Ezedi, the Clapham acid attacker, used the tactic to stay in the UK.
Home Office responds to claims of systemic abuse
Home Office Minister Tom Pursglove states no evidence of widespread abuse in asylum process, contrasting Rev Firth's observations.
Church of England leaders urged to be transparent
Rev Firth highlights a trend of asylum seekers feigning religious conversion, with an alleged reluctance among church leaders to address the issue honestly.
Response from the Bishop of Chelmsford
Bishop of Chelmsford Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani questions Rev Firth's claims, emphasizing the seriousness of baptism and clergy's responsibility to act honestly.
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