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Refugees

Published Information

A report was produced following the consultation entitled Building on Diversity: providing homes for refugees and strengthening communities. It summarises the discussions and sets out the key recommendations for action. If you would like to download this report, please click here.

Two executive summaries of the report have been produced, setting out key information and recommendations relevant for social housing providers and for central government.

Please click here for an article in Public Service Review:Central Government (Volume number, date etc) entitled Providing homes for refugees and strengthening communities.

Public Service Review: Central Government, Issue 14
Article discussing the provision of homes for refugees and highlighting the benefits rather than the costs to society.
January 2007
BSHF responsed to the Commission on Integration and Cohesion’s consultation document looking at the meaning of cohesion and integration and how more cohesive communities can be created.
Providing Homes for Refugees and Strengthening Communities
Having a secure and settled home is the key to refugees being able to rebuild their lives and become part of their local community. This consultation identifies ways in which refugees can be better housed and live in more welcoming and cohesive communities.
December 2006
BSHF responsed to the Home Office Consultation document on a New Model for National Refugee Integration Services in England.