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18 Mar 2025

FAQs about our new look

The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. We are changing how we look and sound to reach more people and have greater impact.

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18 Mar 2025

The truth about asylum

Looking for the facts about asylum? You can rely on the facts and figures in this article to give you the true picture.

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18 Mar 2025

From donating a fridge to starting a restaurant

Rob’s journey of friendship and work with local refugees in York.

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Adults and families recognised as refugees in Britain.

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Refugees and asylum seekers supported in 2023/24.

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Children who arrived here alone.

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In the Media

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UK to deny citizenship to small boat refugees

Our most recent contribution, urging ministers to reconsider.

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Articles written by Enver Solomon

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Britain should resettle at least 5,000 refugees each year

Our patron, Lord Dubs, calling on government to improve safe and legal routes to come to the UK.

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