Charity work 'misguided'
IT IS fair to say that I do not always agree with the views of Trevor Hockey but I wholeheartedly agree with his comments, under the heading, 'Charity will be staying at home', in which he questioned the exploits of the Bridge2Calais charity.
His letter appeared on the very day we learnt of the appalling massacres in Paris, which have now revealed a possible link between terrorism and the mass migration we are seeing.
Ms Griffith's work in areas facing natural disasters, such as Sri Lanka, is exemplary and must continue, something I am certain most people will agree with. However, the charity is now involving itself in political matters as well as assisting, and by implication, encouraging immigrants, of unknown background, to break the law by attempting to get into the UK. I am surprised that the French authorities allow such behaviour and that the charity is not refused entry with a polite 'mind your own business'.
Recent events now show there is a risk that the aid being provided may be assisting potential terrorists as well as the needy. Such a risk, however slight, is most unacceptable to us all, whether we are here, in the UK, in France or anywhere else.
Ms Griffith and her team should be told, in no uncertain terms, that the actions of her charity are possibly putting innocent lives at risk. Such responsibility should be the task of the Chief Minister.
The Calais problem is a French one and hopefully the recent events will ensure that stronger action will be taken to address the issues there. As islanders we cannot allow our reputation to be tarnished by the actions of a few 'well-meaning but misguided' individuals.
MR P. GARFIELD,
St Peter's.
Editor's footnote: Sarah Griffith did not wish to comment at this time.
