UK Refugees
Trump’s whole brand of politics has existed around polluting the image of immigrants the extent people who can see pictures of a dead father and daughter, and still defend him.
The two desperate El Salvadorian migrants do not deserve to have their lives reduced to a 'shocking' photo opportunity, writes journalist Nadine Batchelor-Hunt
A union representing federal employees said workers were “duty bound to protect vulnerable asylum seekers."
I survived famine in North Korea and slavery in China, then found safety in the UK. Believe me when I say refugees like me understand what freedom and happiness is more than anyone else.
When watching images of refugees desperately trying to reach Europe, Chernise Neo knew that her twin passions of baking and helping others could work in tandem. Opening up the Proof Bakery, Chernise now offers a way for refugee women to integrate into British life and to give a sense of purpose.
For refugees seeking asylum in the UK a decision on their claim should be reached by the Government within 6 months. However, it can often take longer, sometimes even years. While waiting they are not allowed to work, surviving on just £35 per week. The Lift The Ban campaign is fighting for restriction to be reduced, allowing people to work quicker.
If only Theresa May could walk a mile in my shoes. Living on the £35.39 weekly government asylum support, for food, clothing and toiletries, was horrible. In fact, it was backbreaking.
We are just months from Britain's resettlement scheme closing, yet the Home Secretary has given no indication what we are willing to give refugees who need our help. Without a rapid decision, the resettlement of refugees in the UK will virtually end over the next year.
Displaced people at the Jadaa camp in northern Iraq are observing Ramadan despite difficult conditions. As they prepare for Iftar, camp residents describe the hardships they face and how they are trying to recreate the Ramadan atmosphere they once knew back home
Brought up in peace, safety and relative prosperity, getting to know H has shown Alexia how lucky she is, and how much she takes for granted