In conjunction with his office's release of their newly proposed legislation, the Muggleborn Aid act, Minister Pius Thicknesse will be giving a public speech in Hogsmeade on Thursday the twentieth, at noon. Sources close to the Ministry revealed today that the bill would focus on Ministry-provided aid to those of Muggleborn status, at the same time making it illegal for others to offer such aid. "What we're trying to stop here," said a Ministry spokesperson who declined to give his name, "is the spread of those looking to better their circumstance by providing aid and shelter to so-called Muggleborns. As you know, the Ministry has spent the last six months looking into those who posses magical skills but not magical lineage, though despite our best efforts, some of these persons still refuse to submit for questioning. Lately, we have
received reports of individual outlaws being taken in by magical families with less than generous motives, who subsequently charge the so-called Muggleborn for the aid, eventually leading to bills they cannot hope to pay without gainful income, and possible indentured servitude. We're going to offer Ministry Aid to those who are willing to register with us as Muggleborns, and put a stop to their suffering at the cruel hands of others determined to take advantage. The Ministry wants to provide care for everyone, not just legitimate witches and wizards, but Squibs, Muggles, and yes, even those accused of possibly stealing magic."
The Minister's speech will be held in the square at the end of the high street and Pineforest Place. Crowds are expected to be large, however the Minsitry has set up Amplification Charms throughout the area so that all who attend will be able to hear.