Statement and blog | Repeal of the Vagrancy Act
This week (June 10th) the Government committed to fully repealing the Vagrancy Act 1824. The legislation, which criminalises rough sleeping and begging, will finally be repealed in 2026, after being enshrined in law for more [...]
Our response | The Government’s proposed use of ‘return hubs’
We are deeply concerned and dismayed by today’s announcement that the Government plans to pursue so-called ‘return hubs’ for people who have been refused asylum. Whilst the Government has not yet made clear how [...]
Our response | The Government’s new immigration white paper
Today [12th May] the Government has published it’s new immigration white paper – Restoring control over the Immigration System – laying out a blueprint for reform to the UK’s immigration system. Whilst the focus [...]
Blog | Working towards a future without destitution
“NACCOM is not just an organisation or a network. It’s a movement; a community of passionate individuals and incredible organisations committed to making real change”. As Bridget Young, NACCOM’s Director, opened our Annual Conference [...]
Blog | Supporting people leaving detention in the NACCOM network
Since the 2024 General Election, we’ve seen a sharp escalation in enforcement activity aimed at increasing returns, with the Government boasting that they have achieved the highest removal rates of migrant and diaspora communities [...]
News | Launching our latest Impact Report
We’re proud to share our latest Impact Report, which highlights our work over the past 18-months to end destitution in the UK’s asylum and immigration system. The report outlines NACCOM’s key achievements and areas [...]