Census should include black English and Asian English options, says MP
Summary
Liberal Democrat MP Josh Babarinde has introduced a bill calling for England’s census to let people identify as, for example, Black English or Asian English. The proposal has cross-party support, but it is unlikely to advance in its current form because parliamentary time is limited.Key Facts
- The 2021 census offered “English” only within the White ethnic group options.
- Babarinde introduced the English Ethnic Identity (census particulars) Bill through the House of Commons’ 10-minute rule process.
- The bill’s supporters include Labour MP David Lammy and Conservative MP James Cleverly.
- Babarinde said the census should offer options comparable to those available in Wales and Scotland.
- Lammy said he and his mixed-heritage children cannot identify as Black or mixed race and English on the current form.
- Babarinde asked for the bill’s second reading debate on 23 April 2027, St George’s Day.
- The bill is unlikely to receive further consideration in its current form because of limited parliamentary time.
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