Migration from the Caribbean to the UK has been a significant trend since the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush in 1948. Despite facing xenophobia and the repercussions of the Windrush scandal, Caribbean people pursue opportunities in the UK, drawn by dreams of a better life. By 2021, over 1.1 million UK residents identified as Caribbean. The Caribbean continues to experience economic challenges and environmental crises, prompting young people to seek opportunities abroad while maintaining cultural connections back home. Efforts like the Windrush I Accelerator aim to strengthen these ties and foster cultural exchange.
The persistent migration from the Caribbean to the UK has allowed the Caribbean diaspora to maintain strong cultural ties despite facing historical and present-day challenges.
Despite suffering from xenophobia and negative attitudes towards immigration, many Caribbean migrants see the UK as a land of opportunity and better prospects.
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