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  • Моє тіло тут, але душа в Україні

    Моє тіло тут, але душа в Україні

    «Усім, хто залишає УкраЇну та приїжджає до Великобританії, я кажу не здаватись, тому що українці ніколи не здаються. Світ не без добрих людей, які зроблять усе можливе, щоб допомогти вам.» Цього року KIND UK поширив свою роботу з надання безкоштовної правової підтримки дітям, молоді та сім’ям, які тікають від війни в Україні. Ми допомагаємо тим,…

  • My body is here but my soul is in Ukraine 

    My body is here but my soul is in Ukraine 

    English language version – click here for Ukrainian language version. “To anyone fleeing Ukraine and coming to the UK, I say do not to give up because Ukrainians never give up. The world is not without kind people who will do their best to help you.”  This year, KIND UK expanded its work to provide…

  • British Citizenship for Children: 1. British Citizenship

    British Citizenship for Children: 1. British Citizenship

    British Citizenship for Children: A Guide from KIND UK In this guide: > 1. British Citizenship 2. Discretionary Citizenship 3. The Illegal Migration Act (2023) 4. The Good Character Requirement 5. Useful Resources & More Information 1.1 What is British Citizenship Having British citizenship means that the UK is your home, and you have the…

  • Summary: The Illegal Migration Act 2023: Leave to Remain and British Citizenship for Children

    Summary: The Illegal Migration Act 2023: Leave to Remain and British Citizenship for Children

    In this briefing, we try to explain in relatively simple terms how the Illegal Migration Act 2023 affects children’s eligibility for leave to remain in the UK and British citizenship. There is a more detailed version of this briefing here.   Summary  The Illegal Migration Act (‘IMA’ or ‘the Act’) became law on 20 July 2023.…

  • Supreme Court ruling on Rwanda policy and implications for the Illegal Migration Act

    Supreme Court ruling on Rwanda policy and implications for the Illegal Migration Act

    16 November 2023 KIND UK welcomes the UK Supreme Court’s decision of 15 November 2023 that the UK Government’s “Rwanda policy” to forcibly remove asylum-seekers to a third country rather than process their claims in the UK is unlawful. The Supreme Court’s decision is a victory for justice, human rights, and the rule of law.…

  • Third Sector Statement for Local Authorities on the Illegal Migration Act 2023

    Third Sector Statement for Local Authorities on the Illegal Migration Act 2023

    October 2023 Introduction The Illegal Migration Act (IMA) achieved Royal Assent on the 20th of July 2023. Many of the provisions are not yet in force, and we await further guidance and information to understand the full impact of the IMA on people seeking safety, other migrants and local authorities. The Government will need to…

  • An Act of Destruction

    An Act of Destruction

    A statement on the Illegal Migration Act from KIND UK KIND UK provides free legal assistance to children with immigration and citizenship matters. We work with children in care and children who reside with their families. We partner with 27 corporate law firms to deliver the highest quality legal advice and representation on a pro…

  • Illegal Migration Bill – Briefing for Peers

    Illegal Migration Bill – Briefing for Peers

    “Becoming a British citizen is a significant life event… British citizenship gives you the opportunity to participate more fully in the life of your local community.” Home Office Citizenship Guidance Alison – a former KIND UK client “I was trafficked into the UK when I was in my early 20s. I was told I was…

  • SQE Intern at Reed Smith working with KIND UK

    SQE Intern at Reed Smith working with KIND UK

    By Tahmim, Reed Smith I am a current SQE Intern at Reed Smith and am due to start my training contract next year. I have been seconded to KIND UK for the past 6 months and have been working as part of the Central England Law Centre team. I have been involved in pro bono…

  • Advice for children and young people from Ukraine [EN]

    Advice for children and young people from Ukraine [EN]

    Ця інформація також доступна українською мовою / This page is also available in Ukrainian Kids in Need of Defense UK (KIND UK) offers free advice for children and young people who are currently in or have left Ukraine who wish to apply to come to the UK or extend their stay in the UK. We…