Category: News and updates
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EU VOICES – Call for organisations working with EU citizens
The EU Voices project, led by Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini and the3million, has officially launched and is now inviting Expressions of Interest from organisations across the UK that work with EU citizens. Expression of Interest submissions are received until 22 June 2026, before full applications open in July. Funded by the EU, the project aims to support EU citizens…
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April 2026 UK-EU Parliamentary Partnership Assembly on citizens’ rights
On 23 April, Members of the European Parliament held an exchange of views on Citizens’ rights in the EU-UK relation with: During the meeting, the participants shared their experiences and reflections on the implementation of citizens’ rights five years after the transition period ended. Specific issues for EU citizens in the UK were brought to…
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IMA inquiry: Home Office delays in processing some EUSS applications breach of EU and EEA citizens’ rights
New report, Exclusion by design, highlights the lived experiences of ethnic minority EU citizens and the UK’s digital immigration system
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New report highlights the lived experiences of ethnic minority EU citizens in the UK’s post-Brexit immigration system
New report, Exclusion by design, highlights the lived experiences of ethnic minority EU citizens and the UK’s digital immigration system
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Training opportunities in civic participation for migrants in the UK
The Social Equity Centre has launched a Local Government Training Programme for migrants in London, aimed at equipping them with skills for local government roles. Additionally, Aston University offers two free online courses to enhance civic participation among migrants. These initiatives provide vital support and resources to help migrants integrate and contribute effectively.
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New Home Office policy on retaining and proving pre-settled status if you have another UK immigration status
In September, the Home Office published new policy guidance for pre-settled status holders who have obtained an alternative non-EUSS immigration status. The new guidance confirms ways you can continue to hold pre-settled status and rely on this status for your Withdrawal Agreement rights if needed and relevant. Note that not every pre-settled status holder is covered by…
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The 2025 EmpowerEU awards shortlist
The EmpowerEU awards have returned for the second year to celebrate the inspiring organisations, networks and projects that are improving the lives of EU citizens in the UK. After last year’s success, the 2025 awards once again aim to highlight the dedication and creativity of the grassroots initiatives strengthening EU-UK relations across the UK, from…
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New Research Sheds Light on the Lives of EU Citizens in the UK
Recent research commissioned by the EU Delegation to the UK and carried out by the Migration Observatory at the University of Oxford offers valuable insights into the experiences, challenges, and contributions of EU citizens living across the UK. The findings provide a detailed snapshot of a diverse population and reveal how EU citizens have adapted to life in the…
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Your State Pension Rights in the UK & EU
Are you nearing retirement and unsure about the rules? Or simply curious about what state pension you might receive in the future? Our latest leaflet is for you. This month, we’ve published a new guide explaining your state pension rights if you’ve worked in the EU and / or UK and later moved to the…
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EU Citizens’ Gathering 2025: Celebrating Connection and Community in Manchester
Photo: © @PHOTOJMO On 11 July, Manchester hosted the annual EU Citizens’ Gathering—now in its fourth year. The event brought together over 150 attendees from across the UK, including EU citizens, community leaders, civil society organisations, diplomats and policymakers, for a day of connection, discussion, and action. With more than 30 speakers across the programme, this…