Uncertainty and fear of being deported at any time, this is what awaits immigrants who do not have the necessary residence credentials to live in the United Kindgdom. And the first stop is their worst nightmare: the detention centre. Virginia Moreno Molina At work, waiting for a bus, […]
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Dreams of a gig-economy migrant worker
Despite facing long hours, cultural challenges, and family separation, César’s aspirations stretch beyond the UK, fuelled by a longstanding dream. Harry Allen César, 59, is nothing short of a model citizen. He works relentlessly for up to 16hours a day in the gig economy, rarely taking breaks, keeping […]
Neoliberalism, racism and xenophobia vs. immigration
Trade unions and workers believe this economic doctrine to be the root cause of problems experienced by immigrants. By 2050, Europe will need another 60 million workers and immigration is part of the solution; ‘undocumented’ immigrants should not be tarnished as ‘illegal’. . Benjamin Serra . Fundamental to the development, […]
There are visas and asylum visas: An unconventional migration journey
Saiba Haque’s early adulthood has been defined by her various encounters with the Home Office, few of them positive. Her life in the United Kingdom on a student visa changed drastically when she became an asylum seeker. Now she’s finally been granted leave to remain – via an unexpected route. […]
Blockade, a form of illegal and illegitimate war
Following a ruling by the International Tribunal Against the Blockade of Cuba which found the US embargo to be in breach of international law, a debriefing webinar featuring the voices of those involved in the case will be held on 14 April. Organised by the Cuban Institute of Friendship […]
















