Let mutual love continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing so some have entertained angels without knowing it. Hebrews 13: 1–2 Biblical sources: Who is my neighbour? Luke 10 25–37 How to treat a foreigner Leviticus 19 33–34 How foreigners can be a blessing The

‘The social and economic benefits of immigration are clear and we are all acutely aware of the profound impact that immigration has had here. Immigrants have brought a new dynamism and many ideas from which we all benefit. However, it is up to us all – the Executive; Government Departments;

Until recently we had a focus on Community Relations strategies that address the divisions between Protestant and Catholic communities. The term Good Relations has been applied to dealing positively with all forms of different identity including nationality or ethnicity. 

Migration partnerships exist throughout the UK in order to ensure that immigration policy and its implementation meets local needs. The Northern Ireland Strategic Migration Partnership (NISMP) was launched in October 2011.