“Genuine”
Through the label of “genuine”, the legitimacy of an asylum claim is undermined even before it has been submitted.
November 2023
Where are you actually from?
The question “where are you actually from” can spark heated debates. We understand that this question may come from a place of genuine curiosity, but we must be attentive to the social dynamics that come into play in any given situation. Intention is instrumental in weighing up why this question is so problematic. Following the
Invasion, swarm, influx, threat…
Why words like ‘invasion’, ‘swarm’ or ‘influx’ are often used in conjunction with the movement of people. From Katie Hopkins’ cockroaches analogy and former PM David Cameron’s ‘swarm’ comments, to the already infamous ‘invasion’ comments by Home Secretary Suella Braverman, this idea is arguably embedded in how we talk about people moving across borders. We
APPG on Migration
The APPG on Migration was set up to support the emergence of mainstream, progressive policy debate on migration in the UK parliament. It aims to provide a discussion forum for parliamentarians and act as a source of well-evidenced and independent information on key migration issues. The APPG is chaired by Kate Green MP. MRN is
International Students
We’ve consulting with international students to understand how they’ve been affected by COVID-19 lockdown
Migrants’ data rights
We want to ensure that migrant workers and their representatives are fully aware of the rules and their rights when right to work checks are undertaken.
Economic Effects of Migration
Austerity measures are the real cause of poverty and unemployment in this country, not migrants.