The newly launched Banksy artwork at Glastonbury that featured a dummy-filled boat that was floated around during IDLES’ set on June 28 has caused controversy, with Home Secretary James Cleverly deeming it “vile.” Speaking to Sky News, Cleverly expressed his outrage, stating that the celebration of criminal actions that result in the loss of lives is not funny, but instead despicable. He added that people die in the Mediterranean and the Channel, so anyone laughing about it is in bad taste. Cleverly also criticized the left for their hypocrisy on border control and for celebrating the issue at a pop festival, considering that children have died in the Channel.
This move appears to be a response to the recent migrant crisis in the Channel, and it triggered much debate on social media. The Banksy artwork took many people by surprise, including the band IDLES, who had no idea it was happening during their set. Critics have been divided on whether this stunt was in good taste, with some applauding Banksy for highlighting the seriousness of this growing problem.
This year’s Glastonbury festival had headline sets from Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and SZA. The festival lived up to its famed reputation, and the IDLES set was one of the most anticipated performances of the weekend, which was enhanced by the Banksy artwork. Although opinions are divided on whether it was in good taste, the stunt has helped to keep the debate about immigration and the migrant crisis ongoing.
In conclusion, Banksy’s Glastonbury migrant boat has raised much controversy, with Home Secretary James Cleverly condemning it as “vile.” The artwork was floated during IDLES’ set at the festival, without the band’s knowledge. Some have applauded Banksy for highlighting the severity of the migrant crisis, while many critics believe the work to be in bad taste. Regardless, the stunt has succeeded in keeping the debate on migration and immigration going
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