We should not deport women to be mutilated

THE Minister for Justice’s obstinate decision to proceed with the deportation of the family to Nigeria, where the two daughters are at risk of female genital mutilation, represents a new departure in illegality and harshness.

Mon, 14 Oct, 2002 - 01:00

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is widespread in Nigeria. The harmful, sometimes fatal, effects have been well documented by medical experts.

Under international and domestic law, no person can be sent to a country where they may face gross violations of their human rights.

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