When a tree is planted, it puts down roots in its new home. It gives life to its new surroundings, and is able to flourish and grow. All our families deserve the right to do the same.
But current rules mean thousands of families are separated, just because of what they earn. By coming together with local families, community groups and politicians to plant a Family Tree in your area, you can show that it’s time these rules were changed, and all families were given the right to blossom.
If a British person or somebody settled here earns less than a certain amount per year and happens to fall in love with somebody from outside the EU, they won’t be able to build a life here with their partner. This rule, called the Minimum Income Requirement, is keeping husbands from wives, parents from children, grandparents from grandchildren.
We believe it’s time for change – and if you’re reading this, so do you! We know that people throughout the country are outraged …