By Lucy Irven, Diocesan Refugee Support Group FacilitatorSince the start of the lockdown response to the COVID-19 pandemic eleven weeks ago, the work of the Diocesan Refugee Support Group has been paused. However, we continue to be concerned for the welfare of those who are seeking sanctuary as refugees and asylum seekers here in the UK. […]
WYDAN
09 Feb – Newman parish takes part in WYDAN Night shelter Scheme
by Anne Tracey, John Henry Newman parish The middle of January this year saw some very wintery weather, with rain, wind and sleet seeming to take it turns. And this was the week that we in Newman parish had offered to help with providing a night shelter for asylum seekers who might otherwise have had […]