Immigration
GOV.UK: Settlement Scheme Support (obsolete)
Although the settlement scheme has closed for almost all applicants, the search function provides a list of local immigration support services.
Offering:
A list of registered immigration support services is accessible by using the search function.
Using a postcode to search produces a range of results including local Citizens Advice branches and law offices who provide immigration casework.
Cost: free to access.
OISC Register of Registered Immigration Advisors
A list of registered immigration advisors countrywide.
Offering:
A comprehensive list of businesses, law offices and charities with credited immigration advisors.
Each entry includes full contact information and web links.
Use CTRL+F to search, county or town names yield good results.
Cost: free to access.
The London Catholic Worker
The London Catholic Worker
49 Mattison Road
London
N4 1BG
020 8348 8212
londoncatholicworker@yahoo.co.uk
The Catholic Worker Farm and Mary House provide accommodation, food, English lessons, counselling and other services for 21 destitute female asylum seekers and their children, at no charge.
Offering:
Free food, clothing and accommodation.
Access to shower, clothes washing and cooking facilities.
Free English tuition (when available).
Help with acquiring solicitors and medical care.
Citizenship classes and counselling.
Support with finding voluntary work.
Cost: free accommodation, food and toiletries.
Eligibility Criteria: priority given to forced migrants and people in particularly difficult situations. Homeless individuals accepted by referral from outside agencies.
Referral Procedure: land line: 01923 777201 or on Scott’s mobile: 07983477819
Online referral form also available.
UK Visas and Immigration
Watford Borough Council
Hempstead Road
Town Hall
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD17 3EX
The government body responsible for making decisions about who has the right to visit or stay in the country, with a firm emphasis on national security.
Offering:
Information regarding housing in the Watford area, including:
Homelessness.
Housing applications.
Low cost ownership.
Legal, financial and emotional concerns regarding accommodation.
Cost: free to access.
Eligibility Criteria: people seeking to make applications/enquiries about Visas and their right to reside in the UK.
GOV.UK: Asylum Support Info
Information for those seeking asylum or who's claim for asylum has been refused.
Offering:
Application service for asylum.
Can provide funded housing and income for successful applicants.
Access to state education and NHS facilities.
Cost: free to access.
Eligibility Criteria: individuals seeking advice about claiming asylum or their options after asylum have been refused.