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Your rights to protection by the UK government because you have fled from another country because of fear of persecution.

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Applying for asylum (PDF)

This guide explains how to apply for asylum. Includes information about what is likely to happen at both the screening interview and the asylum interview. It is available in other languages.

https://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/assets/0002/0701/Applying_for_asylum_March_201...
Refugee Council
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The asylum process made simple

Explains the basic law about who qualifies as a refugee, the application process, appeal rights, and your rights on recognition as a refugee.

https://www.asylumaid.org.uk/the-asylum-process-made-simple/
Asylum Aid
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Asylum helplines

Contains a list of helplines offering asylum seekers help with asylum applications, advice on accommodation, finding schools, finding and joining English-language classes, benefits and health.
https://www.gov.uk/asylum-helplines
GOV.UK
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Asylum seekers and refugees - accessing accommodation and housing support (PDF)

This housing advice booklet explains the general help and housing support you are entitled to if you are either an asylum seeker, a refugee, or an unsuccessful asylum seeker. It is only an introduction to the law in England. It is only about your right to support and accommodation.
http://england.shelter.org.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/23379/ShelterGuide_Asy...
Shelter
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Refugee Council - How can we help you?

The Refugee Council provides free advice and information to asylum seekers and refugees in the UK. Links to information on seeking asylum, information for children under 18, getting advice, therapeutic support and destitution support.

https://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/how_can_we_help_you
Refugee Council
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Claiming asylum

This information explains how to apply for asylum in the UK, what to do at a screening interview, and what you can do if your application is refused. 

https://www.migranthelpuk.org/Pages/Category/asylum
Migrant Help UK
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Claiming asylum as a child

Explains the legal process for claiming asylum as a child in the U.K. 

https://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/resources/asylum/
Coram Children's Legal Centre
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Asylum and humanitarian protection for lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people

Although claiming asylum in the UK on the grounds of sexual orientation is possible it can be a very difficult process. Asylum seekers may have to prove that they are LGB and that they cannot be 'discreet' about their sexual orientation to avoid persecution in their home country.

http://lawbore.net/articles/StonewallGuide.pdf
Stonewall
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Support entitlements in the UK: National referral mechanism for victims of human trafficking

An illustrated guide which explains what support is available in the UK National Referral Mechanism for victims of human trafficking. Guides available in a range of different languages. 

http://www.labourexploitation.org/publications
FLEX
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Do you need help to access healthcare? (PDF)

This leaflet explains what services the National Health Service (NHS) provides and what services are available to asylum seekers free of charge at different stages of the asylum process. (Applies to people living in England)

https://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/assets/0002/8061/Do_you_need_help_to_access_he...
Refugee Council
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Trafficking and the national referral mechanism

Links to a guide that explains the immigration and criminal laws relevant to women who have been trafficked into the UK.
http://rightsofwomen.org.uk/get-information/immigration-and-asylum-law/trafficki...
Rights of Women
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Return of asylum seekers to another European country or safe third country

People claiming asylum in the UK can, in certain circumstances, be sent to another country to have their asylum claim processed. This fact sheet provides guidance on this process and when it can happen, including why it should not normally happen to unaccompanied children. 

https://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/resources/returns-dublin-regulation/
Coram Children's Legal Centre
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Access to higher education for young refugees and migrants

This fact sheet provides information on access to higher education but applies only to those studying in England.  

https://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/resources/higher-education-refugees-migrant...
Coram Children's Legal Centre
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Access to mental health care for young refugees and migrants

This fact sheet explains which mental health services are available to young refugees and migrants. 

https://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/?sfid=132&_sft_resource_topic=healthcare
Coram Children's Legal Centre
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Family reunion

This fact sheet provides information on the ways in which children can be reunited with their family members who have been recognised as refugees or beneficiaries of humanitarian protection in the UK. 

https://www.childrenslegalcentre.com/resources/family-reunion/
Coram Children's Legal Centre
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Right to remain toolkit

The Right to Remain Toolkit is a guide to the UK immigration and asylum system. It gives an overview of the legal system and procedures, with detailed information on rights and options at key stages, and actions you can take in support of your claim, or to help someone else.

https://righttoremain.org.uk/toolkit/
Right to remain
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