Because, despite public non-support, some (not all) Scottish councils decided to play aren’t-we-PC-wonderful, and tell the Scots govt they’d take some of the refugees.
In my neck of the woods, with 3 local councils, two said yes, one said no.
I opposed the refugees, but don’t think 15 families will ruin what is a lovely island. Besides they are whining about the weather already and will probably ask to go to S England/London, or go home. I hope.
I have nothing against genuine refugees, and am proud that the UK has taken in many over the years, from 1930s Jews to 1990s Bosnians. Its the security concern that worries me. And more strain on UK resources.
There is no cold like ‘Scotland Cold’ in the winter....bit couldn’t ne a more beautiful place. Mallaig was oir favorite place to go.