The New Plan for Immigration: the road ahead
In case you missed it, in March the government proposed a series of unfair changes to the UK’s asylum system entitled the New Plan for Immigration. Read more here.
Action Week 2021: students unite to close the barracks
In September 2020, the Home Office started using ‘impoverished, run-down, and unsuitable’ ex-military barracks as accommodation for people seeking asylum.
My marathon year: running for refugees
Jake is the previous President and Campaign Coordinator at Reading STAR. Read about why he and his brother Sam are running a half-marathon each month in 2021 to raise money for STAR.
STAR’s response to the New Immigration Plan
On Wednesday 24 March, the Home Office proposed a series of unfair and unjust changes to the UK’s asylum system. Read STAR’s response here.
STAR is calling on the government to #CloseTheBarracks
For STAR Action Week 2021, take action to #CloseTheBarracks and put an end to detaining people in barracks and prison-like conditions.
Student Volunteering Week: Glasgow STAR’s conversation club
Across the country, STARs have adapted, collaborated and persevered during this global pandemic. Ella Mayne tells us about Glasgow STAR’s conversation club.
It’s time to Ditch The Divide
There is a digital divide and, all too often, refugees and asylum seekers are stranded on the wrong side. We can take action together.
Applying to University for 2021/22 – UCAS Deadline on 29th January
In light of the disruption caused by recent coronavirus restrictions, UCAS has extended the deadline to submit undergraduate applications to 6pm on Friday 29 January. Read more here.
First term recap for STAR groups
STAR volunteer and Cardiff STAR member Hannah L has reflected on the incredible achievements that STAR groups have had this term, despite the difficulties from COVID restrictions.
Merry Christmas from STAR!
We’ve been spotlighting groups, volunteering projects, campaigns, and actions on our instagram in the 12 Days of STARmas. Check it out here.