Greenwich joins Lewisham in condemning Government policy on refugees – South London News

Greenwich joins Lewisham in condemning Government policy on refugees – South London News

Lewisham and Greenwich councils have both passed motions rejecting laws described by asylum seeker supporters as “anti-refugee”. Lewisham passed its motion at a meeting on November 23, while Greenwich councillors passed theirs... Read more »
‘I hope things get better’: asylum seekers left fearful and depressed by multiple hotel moves | Refugees

‘I hope things get better’: asylum seekers left fearful and depressed by multiple hotel moves | Refugees

Precariously perched on a sea of suitcases, Lidl carrier bags and bulging bin liners is an orange hardback bible, an image of calm amid a chaotic scene of buggies, baby baths and... Read more »
Number of visas issued for Ukrainian refugees in south east London

Number of visas issued for Ukrainian refugees in south east London

Hundreds of visas have been issued for Ukrainians to stay with hosts in south east London, as a new survey has found more support is needed. Since March, Ukrainians fleeing the Russian... Read more »
the London cricket club bowled over by Afghan refugees

the London cricket club bowled over by Afghan refugees

In the picturesque surroundings of Roehampton and Fulham Cricket Club in south-west London, the familiar sound of leather on willow rings out among the trees on a summer afternoon. However, unlike in... Read more »
‘They’ve helped us so much’; local Ukrainian organizations hold BBQ for refugees and hosts

‘They’ve helped us so much’; local Ukrainian organizations hold BBQ for refugees and hosts

As Ukrainians continue to flee their war-torn country, local organizations in London are constantly trying to find ways to make them feel at home. On Sunday afternoon the London Ukrainian Centre, London... Read more »
Ukrainian refugees turn to food banks as UK hosts struggle with costs | Food banks

Ukrainian refugees turn to food banks as UK hosts struggle with costs | Food banks

A London host of a Ukrainian family has written to her local food bank “begging for help” because rising energy costs mean she can no longer afford to feed her new guests.... Read more »
Refugees expected in south-east London yet to arrive in the UK

Refugees expected in south-east London yet to arrive in the UK

Hundreds of Ukrainian refugees accepted to stay with hosts in south-east London have not yet reached the UK, new figures show. The Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme, also known as Homes for Ukraine, allows... Read more »
Up to 4,000 refugees are still living in Heathrow hotels struggling to find homes

Up to 4,000 refugees are still living in Heathrow hotels struggling to find homes

A West London woman has explained that the Middle East and African refugee crisis is ongoing in the capital with “thousands” still kept in hotels because they have not been found social... Read more »
‘Nasty immigration policy’ does not reflect Britain’s generosity to refugees

‘Nasty immigration policy’ does not reflect Britain’s generosity to refugees

The latest nasty immigration policy from this government sees it going to elaborate lengths to recreate transportation for the 21st century – only this time to Rwanda, instead of Australia, with the... Read more »
Find out which London borough is welcoming the most Ukranian refugees

Find out which London borough is welcoming the most Ukranian refugees

As new and painful reports emerge from the war in Ukraine each day, it’s easy to feel powerless to help. And that’s especially true given that the UK has so far lagged... Read more »