We have recently coordinated a letter from colleagues across the voluntary sector to all candidates in the forthcoming West Midlands Mayoral elections asking for their support in lifting the deadline for applications to the EU Settled Status Scheme. You can find a short briefing coverage many of the issues HERE. Read more…
We have recently conducted a small research project assessing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on befriending services for migrants in Birmingham. The findings can be viewed by CLICKING HERE Thank you to those who contributed their time to be interviewed and to the Centre for Peace, Trust and Social Read more…
We are developing our first assessment of sector activity, as well as the processes that will enable to carry out this work effectively and on a regular basis. We plan to release the document in the third quarter of 2021. You can read about our plans, and the processes we Read more…
We are compiling a list of resources to support those living in the region who need to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme in advance of the 31st June 2021 deadline. Further details can be found on our dedicated page: www.migrationpolicy.org.uk/euss
Find out more about the sector response to COVID-19 and some useful resources on our dedicated page:
We were commissioned to produce a briefing for a recent West Midlands Funders Network event highlighting the impact of the lack of specialist legal advice on the sector. A copy of the report can be found below