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SOME ISSUES IN REFUGEE CASEWORK

This article explores key issues faced in refugee casework, particularly in areas of status grants, welfare reform, and support systems. It highlights challenges such as the speed of asylum decisions, homelessness, and systematic barriers to resettlement. Additionally, it discusses the impact of policies like the Universal Credit and Benefit Cap, which affect refugees' welfare rights. This comprehensive overview aims to identify gaps in support services and propose solutions for better integration and assistance for refugees in need.

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SOME ISSUES IN REFUGEE CASEWORK

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  1. SOME ISSUES IN REFUGEE CASEWORK ADVICE, SUPPORT AND RESETTLEMENT

  2. ISSUES IN REFUGEE CASEWORK • GRANT OF STATUS • WELFARE REFORM • UNIVERSAL CREDIT

  3. GRANT OF STATUS • SPEED OF AYSLUM DECISIONS • END OF ASYLUM SUPPORT NOTICE PERIOD • NATIONAL INSURANCE NUMBERS • HOMELESSNESS • LACK OF SYSTEMATIC SUPPORT

  4. WELFARE REFORM • LOCALISM (Local Welfare Assistance, Council Tax Support) • BEDROOM TAX • BENEFIT CAP

  5. UNIVERSAL CREDIT • ACCESS: INTERNET • NATIONAL INSURANCE NUMBERS • LANGUAGE • ONE SIZE FITS ALL

  6. LEGAL AID CUTS • WELFARE RIGHTS • IMMIGRATION (NON-ASYLUM) • LACK OF SYSTEMATIC SUPPORT FOR RESETTLEMENT • LACK OF CAPACITY: ADVICE, SUPPORT, INTEGRATION

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