We work with local authorities, the Home Office, the housing provider (currently Serco), and voluntary sector colleagues to ensure that dispersed asylum seekers are not exposed to unnecessary risks, and are housed and supported in a way that causes minimum disruption to local communities. We provide advice, information and guidance, including news and statistics to our stakeholders.
This Asylum Dispersal Grant will support local authorities through payments of £3500 per new and occupied bedspace opened between 28 March 2022 and 31 March 2023. The payment is to address concerns … Read more
There has been a change to asylum payments following the High Court judgement. Payments will be processed and applied from January 2023 but will be backdated to 21st December 2022. Anybody that has … Read more
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The Gartside Gardens Community Lantern Exhibition began its month-long exhibition on 24 September 2022. This exhibition is a community engagement event, with Lightime CIC hosting workshops and providing lanterns for the participating citizens to … Read more
An event for anyone interested in the welfare of people seeking asylum – in particular those working in health, social care and the law. The book ‘Seeking asylum and mental health’, should … Read more
Gorse Hill Studios are running a variety of youth groups for 7-25 year olds. All are welcome! Monday Cooking Club (age 7-11) 16:00-18:00 Tuesday Cooking Club (age 12-16) 18:15-20:00 Tuesday Challenge (age … Read more
10GM have created a resource pack for arrivals to Greater Manchester. 10GM Resources for Arrivals (10gm.org.uk) “Charities, community groups, faith organisations and social enterprises across Greater Manchester are committed to taking a … Read more