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To: UK Government

Emergency Aid for Lesvos Refugee Camp Fire Victims

We would like the Government to work with other countries to help relocate and save the lives of the 13,000 adults and children displaced by the fires which destroyed Moria refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesbos. Aid is needed to provide sanitation, shelter and to prevent the spread of Covid19.

Why is this important?

The Greek government has declared a state of emergency; it cannot support the vast numbers of displaced people seeking asylum. Moria camp held 4x its safe capacity, with over 13,000 refugees. They now have no shelter or access to basic sanitation. Many have damaged lungs from the smoke. There is a pressing risk of Covid19 outbreak after 35 confirmed cases on the morning of 09/09/20. The UK government must provide financial aid and asylum to any it can.

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2020-09-10 09:49:23 +0100

50 signatures reached

2020-09-09 18:50:20 +0100

25 signatures reached

2020-09-09 17:04:11 +0100

10 signatures reached