Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Anti-immigrant groups target English classes in UK
Some groups in the UK are protesting against English classes for immigrants, saying they are near schools and could be dangerous.
These groups, like the Spartan Child Protection Team, have protested outside schools in Glasgow.
Local councils have defended these classes, saying they are important for the community and that the protests are spreading false information.
The mayor of Greater Lincolnshire wants to stop funding these classes and use the money for local people instead.
The UK government has been talking about making English language skills more important for immigrants, but some teachers say there aren't enough resources to help immigrants learn English.
Teachers are worried about the impact of these protests and political discussions on their students and are organizing to protect the classes.
Anti-immigration groups protested Esol classes near schools in Glasgow, claiming they pose a danger to children.
Glasgow City Council defended the classes, calling the protests 'misguided and toxic' and condemning racism.
The mayor of Greater Lincolnshire plans to withdraw Esol funding, redirecting it to local residents.
Labour's 2025 white paper emphasizes English language skills for immigration integration, but critics say resources are lacking.
Esol teachers are concerned about the impact of political climate and funding cuts on their students and the sector.
- Who
- Anti-immigration groups, including Spartan Child Protection Team, and local councils
- What
- Protests against English for speakers of other languages (Esol) classes near schools
- When
- November 24, 2025, and ongoing
- Where
- Glasgow, Scotland, and Greater Lincolnshire
- Why
- Claims of safeguarding concerns and a desire to redirect funding to local residents
- Date of Protest
- November 24
- Location of Protest
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Organisation Involved
- Spartan Child Protection Team
- Council Response
- Defended classes, condemned racism
- Funding Withdrawal
- Greater Lincolnshire, Andrea Jenkyns
- Government Policy
- Labour's 2025 white paper on immigration
- Esol Funding Cuts
- Up to 32% from 2009-2011
- Esol Teachers' Concerns
- Overwork, burnout, political climate impact