Blog: Policy
Blog articles from JRS UK
Hidden in plain sight: Working with trafficked people in detention
13 December 2018
As part of #Unlocked18, Beatrice reflects on accompanying survivors of trafficking in detention
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The Destitution of Newly Recognised Refugees
11 December 2018
Sophie explains the need for change as recognised refugees continue to face destitution
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The Rich Tapestry of Pedro Arrupe
14 November 2018
On its 38th anniversary, Jim Conway reflects on the growing tapestry of JRS and its founder
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The Dignity of Work
07 November 2018
This Living Wage Week, Aidan reflects on the relationship between dignity and the right to work
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Let’s Lift the Ban
16 October 2018
Sophie explains why JRS UK is calling on the government to allow those seeking asylum to work
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Homelessness created by Destitution
03 October 2018
Ahead of Homeless Sunday, Sophie talks of the need to come together to end forced destitution
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Theology Together: Refugees and Academics
19 June 2018
Sophie Cartwright reflects on the process that informed Refugee Stories: Changing the Narrative
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Amber Rudd’s letter reveals a systemic pursuit of removal at all costs
01 May 2018
Sophie Cartwright shares how Amber Rudd's letter shows an urgent need for policy change
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Apology to Windrush citizens offers opportunity to overturn cruel hostile environment agenda
19 April 2018
Sophie Cartwright tells of how Windrush brought us face to face with the hostile environment
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Disturbing new legislation traps migrants between detention and destitution
01 March 2018
Sophie Cartwright explains the impact of new government legislation around immigration bail
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