Across Aberdeen and the wider North East, public debate on migration has become increasingly affected by misinformation, confusion, and inflammatory rhetoric. This has contributed to rising community tensions, racism, and hate incidents, dynamics felt acutely by local residents, frontline workers, and people seeking safety in our region.

To support clarity, confidence, and lawful practice, we are pleased to share the leaflet “People Seeking Asylum in North East Scotland: Facts, Not Myths”, produced by the No Recourse North East Partnership (NRNE).

This concise, accessible guide provides:

• Verified factual information about the asylum process

• Responses to the most common myths, concerns, and misconceptions

• Local context relevant to Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray

• Clarity for frontline staff, councillors, community groups, and service providers

• A tool to support respectful dialogue, cohesion, and evidence-based decision making

It has been designed to help partners and communities understand what is — and is not — true when it comes to people seeking asylum in the region.