In letters to the York Press (August 10th), and in many other social media outlets, references have been made to ‘illegal immigrants’ crossing the Channel during the current year to claim asylum here. However, that is their legal right under International law. The UK signed the UN Convention on Refugees…
Schools of Sanctuary is a growing network of more than 350 primary and secondary schools all committed to supporting the thousands of young people seeking sanctuary in the UK, creating a culture of welcome, and raising awareness of the issues faced by refugees and asylum seekers. At least 22 schools…
You may have seen the article in the York Press (Thursday 2nd July) about the arrival of up to 90 Asylum Seekers in York, who are being housed in a hotel - to read it click here.
This month sees the annual Refugee Week, 15th – 21st June, with the theme of ‘Imagine’. York has in recent years developed a very vibrant programme with events across the city on a daily basis. This year, as you would expect, the Covid-19 restrictions mean that things are going to…
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