A London couple shares how opening their home to asylum seekers through Refugees at Home has enriched their lives, created lasting bonds, and brought new meaning to festive traditions. Discover their inspiring story.
A journalist reflects on her father's arrival in the UK 43 years ago and the community that saved him, contrasting it with today's hostile asylum policies. She calls for compassion and sharing.
Canada's Liberal government fast-tracks Bill C-12, a sweeping immigration act that critics warn will erode refugee protections and mirror harsh US border strategies. Read the full analysis.
The Home Office confirms the first asylum seekers will be housed at Crowborough's former military barracks in early 2025, sparking local debate. Read the full details on the controversial accommodation plan.
A new report finds limited evidence of asylum seekers abusing modern slavery rules, challenging claims by home secretaries. Read the exclusive findings and analysis.
Westminster City Council proposes a £90 weekly rent increase for 352 temporary accommodation households from February 2026 to tackle a £12.5m budget overspend. Over 90% of residents will be protected by housing benefit.
The controversial Napier barracks in Folkestone, the UK's first military site used to house asylum seekers, has closed. Read about its troubled history and what comes next.
A High Court order forces the Home Office to delay evictions for newly recognised refugees at risk of homelessness, extending the move-on period to 56 days. Over 3,000 people are set to benefit this winter.
Residents of an East Sussex town supporting asylum seekers face horrific threats and intimidation from protesters. Discover the dark side of the debate over housing 540 men at a former army camp.
Follow immigration attorney Milli Atkinson through a high-stakes day in San Francisco court, where ICE arrests at hearings and a climate of fear define the fight for asylum seekers' rights.
A new poll finds over two-thirds of students in UK university halls feel isolated, blaming high costs and phone reliance. Discover the findings and one student's story.
Appeal court judges reject commissioner's challenge, confirming the unlawful detention of Tamil asylum seekers for three years on the remote island. The UK faces millions in damages.
A student unable to afford a hotel found refuge in a stranger's university dormitory. Discover how this act of kindness highlights community spirit and the cost-of-living crisis for young travellers.
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
Official figures reveal an 8.2% annual rise in children living in temporary accommodation in England. The Guardian is seeking to hear from affected UK parents about the impact on family life and education.
The UK government's new child poverty strategy includes help to leave temporary housing and childcare support, aiming to lift over half a million children out of poverty by 2030.
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
Asylum seekers sent to Nauru by Australia report severe hunger and declining health, prohibited from working and struggling with exorbitant food prices. Read the full investigation.
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Afghan refugees in Fremont's 'Little Kabul' feel targeted after a shooting by an asylum seeker. They say they are being forced to prove their loyalty to the US all over again.
President Trump has halted decisions on many US asylum claims. We explain the policy's scope, legality, and real-world impact on immigration.
The Trump administration's pause on asylum decisions and Afghan visas creates widespread fear and uncertainty for nearly 1.5 million pending cases. Read the full story.
Tower Hamlets councillors have unanimously rejected plans to demolish the family-run Genesis Cinema in Stepney, putting its future at risk. Owner warns of a 'dire' financial situation.
Kingston Council will borrow £63.1 million to purchase 150 homes, moving families from expensive temporary accommodation into secure housing and slashing long-term costs.
New rules restrict asylum seekers from using taxis for medical appointments, forcing bus use instead. The Home Office aims to cut £15.8m annual costs. Learn about the changes.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces ban on taxi use for asylum seekers' medical trips, restricting to exceptional cases only. New rules aim to save taxpayer money from February.
Official figures reveal a 13% increase in asylum seekers housed in hotels, reaching 36,273, while net migration drops 69% to 204,000. Explore the conflicting trends and government response.
English mayors gain power to impose tourist taxes on overnight stays. Discover how much revenue this could generate and which cities are embracing the change.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils have spent £633m on rent-to-rent schemes since 2020 as housing crisis deepens. Discover how middlemen profit from desperate local authorities.
Official data reveals a 13% summer surge in asylum seekers housed in UK hotels, reaching over 36,000. Home Secretary cites migration pressure. Read the full analysis.