Britain remains blind to the reasons why threatened minorities and activists are forced to flee hostile regimes, treating those who seek asylum with hostility and disdain. We must recognise the bravery of those who want for their country the freedoms we take for granted. Sudan is among the world’s most repressive nations, with … Continue reading
We’ve been taking a look back at the history of refugees and asylum seekers in London over the last few centuries, and it’s an interesting read. From the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to World War Two and people fleeing the French Revolution in 1789, it is clear that London has a rich history of … Continue reading
Contrasting articles were written this week, highlighting the benefits and trials of immigration around the world. The Daily Beast interviews those in Sutera Sicily that was in danger of dying off until it welcomed refugees from around the world. The small town, once home to 5000 people in the 1960’s, saw a rapid population decline … Continue reading
Here’s what people are saying on Twitter using the hashtag #refugees this Wednesday. Some of today’s top tweets: Photo of the day: #Refugees from #CAR rest at the end of their journey at the Gbiti transit centre in Cameroon. http://t.co/3P5037wDKN — UN Refugee Agency (@Refugees) April 16, 2014 Refugee claim acceptance 'luck of the … Continue reading
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