Precious Mhango and her mother Florence, have won a judicial review of their case at the High Court in London. This means Precious, who has lived in this country for 7 of her 10 years, is closer to getting the right to remain in Scotland with all her friends. If she is returned to Malawi, she is at risk of being forcibly separated from her mother and handed to her father's family, who are strangers to her. Thanks to everyone who lobbied the Home Office on her behalf, I'm sure it made a difference. Thanks also to everyone who retweeted my posts on this case, which has stirred so much compassion in so many people. The campaign continues and the mother and daughter's supporters will need to raise more money for their legal fees. But right now they are celebrating. For more on Precious, have a look at Indygal the blog of Anne McLaughlin MSP, who is campaigning on her behalf.
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