Human Rights

Your family relationships can affect an immigration decision, even if you do not meet a visa rule. The Immigration and Asylum Bill 2026 would narrow how this works. Many people are allowed to stay in the UK because of their family, not because they meet the requirements of a visa. That protection comes from something […]

The Windrush scandal affected thousands of people, particularly commonwealth citizens from the Caribbean.  Even though they have lived in the UK for decades, many have never been able to prove their right to remain in the UK, facing serious consequences as a result. Two separate schemes now exist to address this: one to confirm status to […]

The Refugee Family Reunion route was suspended on 4 September 2025. While the Government has not confirmed when or if a new route will be introduced, it is still possible to bring family members to the UK through other immigration routes. These routes were not designed with refugees or people with protection status in mind. […]

What is changing? From 2 June 2026 the Home Office no longer has a statutory duty to provide asylum support to ensure individuals do not become destitute. This will not impact all people seeking asylum directly. The changes introduce working illegally as a reason for removing support. The appeals process for asylum cases will be […]

In 2026, the British high street is still in transition. Across the UK, town centres continue to face rising costs, empty units, and the long aftershocks of the pandemic. Many national retail chains have not returned, and local authorities remain under pressure. Yet alongside this uncertainty, another story has been taking shape, one that points […]

In a political climate where the rhetoric about asylum and migration is increasingly hostile and divided, it is more important than ever to seek out and listen to the voices of those directly affected by experiences of fleeing and seeking safety. Makani, a woman-led organisation supporting refugee and asylum-seeking women is amplifying exactly these perspectives through […]

On the 75th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), we stand with almost 300 other organisations and groups in the UK in support of the ECHR, and we call on politicians and government to end the scapegoating of human rights.  At Seraphus we are not just proud to join all these hundreds of organisations […]

The UK has a legal and moral duty to provide safe and adequate accommodation to people seeking asylum. People who arrive in the UK in search of safety are often fleeing conflict, persecution or serious human rights abuses. While their claims are being decided, they depend entirely on the support and protection provided by the […]

Over 150 lawyers and refugee organisations recently signed a public statement warning of increasing far-right intimidation directed at those providing legal support to migrants. But such intimidation doesn’t always involve shouting on street corners. It can also come from the government, politicians, and the media, quietly, strategically, and with long-term consequences. Over recent weeks, we’ve seen […]

Food is a powerful tool for bringing communities together. Migrant-led supper clubs and community kitchens are reshaping high streets and village halls across the UK. These initiatives create belonging and aim to support and celebrate migrants on their journey to feeling at home. From Glasgow’s Soul Food Sisters, to London’s Migrateful Cooking Classes, these food projects are united […]

With immigration rarely out of the news, political leaders will be using Party Conference season to demonstrate why their policies will deliver. Yet how workable are these policies in practice, and how much have they been shaped by electioneering and the desire to gain political ground? In this article, our director Christopher Desira examines the […]

Labour’s immigration reforms repeat the Conservative playbook: tough talk, restricted rights, and little honesty about Britain’s real needs. We all deserve a country we can be proud of, a country with higher standards, rooted in responsibility, history, and actual fairness. The Disappointment of Labour on Immigration In her 1 September statement, the Home Secretary set […]

A new pilot scheme between the UK and France came into force this week, that will have a significant impact on people arriving in the UK to seek asylum. Under this new agreement, known as the “one-in-one-out” deal, some people who cross the Channel in small boats will now be sent back to France, without […]

Solidarity, Friendship, Respect. These are the values behind Sanctuary Runners Brighton.  This year’s Refugee Week theme, Community as a Superpower, highlights the everyday ways we build connection, belonging and hope. Running, has a unique power to bring people together — it breaks down language barriers, boosts mental and physical health, and builds shared purpose through movement.  […]