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MI5 accused of ‘flagrant racism’ as white candidates told not to bother applying for summer internship

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MI5 accused of ‘flagrant racism’ as white candidates told not to bother applying for summer internship

TL;DR

  • MI5 and GCHQ are accused of 'flagrant racism' for excluding white candidates from their 2026/27 summer internship applications.
  • The criteria require applicants to be from a 'black, Asian, mixed heritage or ethnic minority background' and also 'socially or economically disadvantaged'.
  • Critics like Chris Philp and Nigel Farage condemn the policy as discriminatory and a misuse of taxpayer funds.
  • The agencies defend the practice, citing a need to address underrepresentation within their workforce.
  • The Equality and Human Rights Commission states that 'positive action' is lawful if proportionate and clearly advertised.

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