Blog: Comment
Blog articles from JRS UK
The availability of competent legal advice and representation for refugee friends is fast diminishing
27 June 2023
Michael explains the need for increased legal support and why legal aid is essential
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Why do politicians keep suggesting it’s illegal to claim asylum in the UK?
25 November 2022
William Neal highlights the Home Office Select Committee’s questioning of Suella Braverman.
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The interconnection of climate change, injustice & forced displacement
14 November 2022
Exploring connection of climate change & forced displacement, & need for a holistic response.
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Tackling housing injustice with kindness and hospitality
18 February 2022
World Day of Social Justice, 20th February 2022
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Accompaniment: a mutual blessing
04 February 2022
As Nick moves on for JRS, he shares some reflections on four years accompanying refugee friend.
[READ]Our hopes for 2022
07 January 2022
The JRS UK detention outreach team share their hopes for a new year.
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‘We must change course’
25 November 2021
Sophie reflects on the tragedy of 27 people losing their lives in the English Channel.
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The Nationality and Borders Bill treats hostility as a virtue
25 November 2021
Sophie outlines how the Government's Bill further entrenches hostility in the asylum system.
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Resisting the Nationality and Borders’ Bill with Love: the JRS Shop
17 November 2021
The JRS Shop offers choice, agency & hospitality
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The cruelty of slamming the door shut on those seeking sanctuary
11 November 2021
An introduction to the Nationality and Borders Bill
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