Ahead of the EU and UK elections, false claims about immigration are spreading, particularly on social media. One Facebook post says that nearly 97% of Spain’s minimum basic income recipients are immigrants. In reality, official data show that 82.4% are Spanish nationals and only 17.6% foreigners. Elsewhere, Dutch far-right activist Eva Vlaardingerbroek has said that most residents of Amsterdam, Brussels, and London are immigrants, whereas official statistics contradict this. Immigration remains a significant issue in Europe, influencing voter sentiment and political strategies. A recent poll reveals that half of Europeans disapprove of the EU’s migration policies, wanting stricter border controls. Some national governments have adjusted their immigration policies in response.
Fake news ahead of EU elections
Written by David Fletcher 07 Jun 2024Additional Info
- Pray: for electors, and political parties, to be ‘wise as serpents’ when dealing with allegations on social media. (James 1:5)
- More: www.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/06/05/no-97-of-people-on-spains-minimum-basic-income-are-not-migrants