Everybody to Kenmure Street

The True Story of a Community That Stood Together Against Deportation

von Charlotte Hayes

242 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

On May 13, 2021, an ordinary street in Glasgow became the center of an extraordinary actof resistance.When immigration officers detained two men on Kenmure Street in the heart ofPollokshields, local residents faced a choice: look away or stand together. What happenednext shocked the nation. Hundreds of people answered a simple call-"Everybody toKenmure Street"-and gathered to defend their neighbors. For hours, ordinary citizens, families, activists, faith leaders, and community members stood united in a dramatic standoffthat captured international attention and sparked a powerful debate about immigration, belonging, and justice.Everybody to Kenmure Street tells the remarkable true story behind one of the mostsignificant community protests in modern British history. Through detailed research andcompelling storytelling, this book takes you inside the events of that unforgettable day, revealing the lives at the center of the controversy, the community that refused to stay silent, and the lasting impact that continues to shape conversations about immigration and humanrights.Discover: - The dramatic events that unfolded on Kenmure Street on May 13, 2021- The personal stories behind the headlines- How a local community organized and mobilized in real time- The national debate surrounding immigration enforcement and deportation- The power of collective action in a modern democracy- The lasting legacy of a protest that inspired people around the worldPowerful, timely, and deeply human, Everybody to Kenmure Street is more than the story ofa protest-it is the story of what can happen when ordinary people decide that protectingtheir community matters more than staying silent.If you are interested in true stories of courage, social justice, community activism, immigration, and the strength of people standing together in the face of adversity, this is abook you will not want to miss.Get your copy today and discover how one street, one community, and oneunforgettable day became a symbol of solidarity heard around the world.

• Reihe: Independently published
• ISBN: 9798180269140
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 05.06.2026
• Größe: 216 x 140 mm
• Verlag: Independently published