British man with dementia told to leave Sweden after losing migration case
Summary
A 74-year-old British man with dementia who has lived in Sweden for 25 years must leave the country after losing a migration court case. The court ruled that Sweden's immigration rules are more important than his need for full-time care in Sweden.Key Facts
- Horace Mason is 74 years old and has advanced dementia requiring round-the-clock care.
- He has lived in Sweden for 25 years, near his son and grandchildren.
- Swedish courts ruled that immigration control is more important than his personal situation.
- His application for a residence permit was rejected because of missing documents.
- Appeals based on medical evidence and human rights were also denied in July.
- Mason cannot care for himself or move independently to the UK.
- The UK government is aware and supporting Mason and his family.
- This case is similar to another British dementia patient facing deportation in Sweden after Brexit.
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