by Dawn Simmons, Party Chair

The Progressive Labour Party welcomes the recent statement from the Free Democratic Movement and their call for a national conversation on immigration, citizenship, and identity.

In response, PLP Chair Dawn Simmons stated, “We appreciate that the Free Democratic Movement is echoing concerns that the PLP has historically raised, particularly around the importance of national identity, fair immigration reform, and the need for a broader conversation about our future as a people.

Throughout our history, the PLP has championed policies that prioritize fairness and equity for Bermudians and protect the rights of our people. We’ve opposed opening the immigration floodgates and have stood firm in our belief that any conversation about status must be rooted in justice, fairness, and the will of the Bermudian people.

Conversations around immigration, identity, and sovereignty belong to the people of Bermuda, not just to any one political party. The more voices engaged, the stronger our democracy.”

The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party remains committed to building a fairer Bermuda and ensuring that any decisions made about our future are shaped by Bermudians, for Bermudians.