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NACCOM is a UK-wide network of frontline organisations collectively working to #EndDestitution and homelessness in the asylum and immigration system.

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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
In the 7th interview for NACCOM's 20th anniversary series, we speak to Ros Holland, CEO of @boaztrust.bsky.social. about the importance of connection, empathy and solidarity within the sector, what hope means to her. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Next in our 20th anniversary series, we speak to Ros Holland, CEO of @boaztrust.bsky.social. Ros spoke to us about NACCOM's early days of bringing together organisations working within destitution, homelessness, and the asylum and immigration sectors. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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Homeless Link @homelesslink.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
✅ Charities and local authorities are leading the way on preventing refugee homelessness ❌ But their efforts are being undermined by Home Office asylum policy. 📖Key findings of our new joint Moving Forward report with @naccomnetwork.bsky.social Read more 👇 homeless.org.uk/news/local-e...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
‘Moving Forward’ with @homelesslink.bsky.social highlights our national and local recommendations to improvxe the move-on process and prevent refugee homelessness. Read it now ➡️ naccom.org.uk/moving-forwa...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Local authorities and the voluntary sector are navigating an increasingly challenging national policy context and delivering innovative services that prevent and relieve homelessness among newly granted refugees. Read our report with @homelesslink.bsky.social: naccom.org.uk/moving-forwa...
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https://naccom.org.uk/moving-forward/
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
If we want to end rough sleeping, we need to put an end to an asylum system that drives destitution and homelessness. ‘Moving Forward’ with @homelesslink.bsky.social is co-produced by researchers with lived experience of destitution and immigration control. naccom.org.uk/moving-forwa...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Government’s commitment to end rough sleeping is being undermined by Home Office asylum policies, which are driving people onto the streets. Today we launch ‘Moving Forward’ with @homelesslink.bsky.social with recommendations to improve the move-on process. naccom.org.uk/moving-forwa...
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‘Moving Forward’ – new report from NACCOM and Homeless Link on local approaches to preventing refugee homelessness - NACCOM
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
In the sixth interview for NACCOM's 20th anniversary series, we speak to Wen Hoe, one of our trustees, about what first drew her to NACCOM. Wen shares our enthusiasm for empowering people with lived experience – glad to have you as a trustee, Wen! naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
“Desmond Tutu said: ‘If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor’” Meet Wen Hoe, one of our wonderful trustees. We're marking our 20th anniversary with a series of exclusive interviews with the people we work with. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Next in our 20th anniversary interviews, we speak to Wen Hoe, one of our trustees. Wen talked to us about building long-term resilience in communities, her work trying to help people to “re-humanise each other”, and our shared values of dignity and respect. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
In our fifth interview for NACCOM's 20th anniversary, we speak to Jon Beech about what his organisation, LASSN, finds most useful about being a piece of the NACCOM puzzle. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
“However you behave towards other people, I believe, comes back at you.” Meet Jon Beech, Director of LASSN, one of our member organisations. We're celebrating our 20th anniversary via a series of exclusive interviews with the people we work with. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Next in our 20th anniversary interview series, we speak to Jon Beech, Director of LASSN. Jon told us how much he values NACCOM’s work in policy advocacy, where we take our members’ experience as a plural and speak truth to power. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
In an interview series for NACCOM's 20th anniversary, we spoke to our trustee Sascha Chennell about what inspires her to work closely with underserved communities and challenge businesses "to do the right thing". naccom.org.uk/ultimately-w...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
It's already time for our fourth interview in our series celebrating our 20th anniversary! Salma Ravat from @oneroofleicester.bsky.social thinks creating a “supportive family” is one of NACCOM’s key strengths – read the interview to find out why. naccom.org.uk/be-prepared-...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
“Ultimately, we have more of a voice together than if we do alone” Meet one of our trustees, Sascha Chennell. For our 20th anniversary, we’re celebrating the people who have made our organisation what it is, via a series of exclusive interviews. naccom.org.uk/ultimately-w...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
🚨Last chance to apply for our Comms Coordinator role!🚨 ⌛Deadline: 1st September, 9am. We're looking for a creative, collaborative person who will help us tell compelling stories of the work of our members and the experiences of people in the asylum and immigration system. Read more and apply ⬇️
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Job vacancy: Communications Co-ordinator - NACCOM
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In our third interview for NACCOM's 20th anniversary, we speak to one of our trustees, Sascha Chennell. Sascha is passionate about "fighting to make sure that people who have fled persecution have the opportunity to restart their lives and recover from trauma" ➡️ naccom.org.uk/ultimately-w...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In our second interview for NACCOM's 20th anniversary, we speak to Nico and Kas, who have lived experience of destitution and immigration control and are part of a team that ensures lived experience is at the heart of our work. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit (GMIAU) @gmiau.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Six months have passed since the public consultation into "earned settlement", and people who may be affected have endured well over a year of waiting in fear and anxiety. It has become clearer than ever that there is no justification for this policy and the harm it will do to our communities.
New briefing on "Earned Settlement"
What happened to the consultation?

What is going to happen next?

What will the impact be on our communities?
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
For our 20th anniversary, we’re celebrating the people who have made our organisation what it is, with a series of exclusive interviews. The second interview is with two of our Community Ambassadors, Nico Ndlovu and Kas Biru. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
We'll say it again: it's great that the PM wants to end rough sleeping, but it's impossible unless serious action is taken to break the link between the asylum system and homelessness. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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I won’t abandon anyone to sleep rough on our streets. That’s my £442m promise | Andy Burnham
Today we begin our drive to get everyone in for Christmas. And it will be for local communities up and down the land to decide how best to do it, says prime minister Andy Burnham
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
“There must be some way to live a better life” In the second instalment of our interview series for NACCOM's 20th anniversary, we speak to Nico Ndlovu and Kas Biru, two of our Community Ambassadors, about what they've learned and what hope means to them. naccom.org.uk/interview-wi...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The latest figures show 4,620 households faced homelessness when they left asylum accommodation between Jan-Mar 26. Further evidence that if the government really intends to end rough sleeping, they can’t ignore the link between the asylum system and homelessness. 1/2
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PM must fix the gap between asylum and housing support to end rough sleeping - Refugee Council
Analysis of new homelessness data demonstrates why better support for refugees leaving Home Office accommodation is needed to end rough sleeping.
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Two weeks left to apply to join our wonderful team as Communications Coordinator! Lead our comms work, manage our digital presence and media relationships - and help #enddestitution 🧡
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
"We didn't have any money – it was just about sharing information, best practice, and our ideas, and it grew from there” We’re launching an interview series with incredible people who have contributed to NACCOM's story – starting with our founder, Dave Smith of @boaztrust.bsky.social
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"The ethos of sharing at NACCOM has continued right the way through": Interview with Dave Smith - NACCOM
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
📣NACCOM is hiring!📣 We're looking for a Communications Coordinator who is creative, collaborative, and passionate about ending migrant and refugee homelessness and destitution and who knows the power of a good story 🧡 Sound like you? Full details and application form on our website ⬇
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The No Accommodation Network | NACCOM | Work with us
View current vacancies at the No Accommodation Network.
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
NACCOM has always been greater than the sum of its parts. For our 20th anniversary, we’re celebrating the people who have made our organisation what it is, with a series of exclusive interviews – starting with our founder, @whollydavesmith.bsky.social naccom.org.uk/the-ethos-of...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Inspiring to see walkers from @assistsheffield.bsky.social complete their #5marathonsin5days at the weekend in memory of Pious Nyandoro. Pious's dedication to justice inspired many. His death last year was a tragic reminder of the cruelty of the hostile environment. Donate in his memory:
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5 Marathons in 5 Days for Mental Health, Solidarity and Justice
Help Eve Thibault raise money to support ASSIST Sheffield
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Refugee Support Devon @refugeesupportdev.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
🗞️ We were featured in the latest issue of Reconnect Magazine which went through doors across Devon last week! Pick up your copy to read an overview of our @refugeeweek.bsky.social events in Exeter in June. You can read our full #RefugeeWeek reflections via our website (🔗 in comments).
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Runnymede Trust @runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new PM is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams. Our Head of Policy tells the @bigissue.com why Andy Burnham needs to introduce national antiracism strategy ✍️
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Why Britain needs an anti-racism strategy right now
An anti-racism strategy is needed in the UK to address rising racist violence and online hate speech, says Runnymede Trust's Stephen Walcott.
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Successive recent governments have emboldened racist hatred through inflammatory rhetoric and cruel policy. This time must be different - we're proud to join @runnymedetrust.bsky.social and 100+ other organisations calling for a national anti-racism strategy.
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
We're proud to join @asylummatters.bsky.social and more than 200 other organisations in signing this letter calling for an asylum policy based on evidence, not cruelty. Read more: asylummatters.org/2026/07/27/b...
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Boaz Trust @boaztrust.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🏡 A good home needs to be looked after properly. That's why we need a Property Assistant to keep our homes across Greater Manchester safe, working well, and welcoming for the people who live there 🔗 boaztrust.org.uk/pages/property-assistant 🧵1/3
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Refugee and Migrant Justice @rmjusticeuk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
👏👏👏 "We know that those fleeing persecution are no different to us. They want to live in safety, contribute to their communities, and build a good life for their families." This is the UK at its best and we're proud to see so many faith leaders speaking out. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
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Dozens of religious leaders call on PM to lead 'fresh start' with asylum warning
EXCLUSIVE: Senior figures from the UK's Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities have jointly written to Andy Burnham calling for a 'fresh start' on asylum and saying this is a moment to choose what k...
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ASSIST Sheffield 🧡 @assistsheffield.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Meet the #5MarathonsIn5Days Walkers🚶🏻‍♀️🚶🏼 With 1 week to go, they're preparing to hike 5 marathons, tracing a giant heart around the Peak District. 130 miles and 5,500m+ of climbing (almost the same as Mount Kilimanjaro!) ⛰️ So add 28 Jul to 1 Aug to your diary and follow the challenge as it unfolds.
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Young Roots @weareyoungroots.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
A new prime minister is an opportunity to change course on the government’s misguided, cruel and unworkable asylum and immigration policies. We need a humane asylum system that means people can be safe and can rebuild their lives.
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Andy Burnham has just pledged to end rough sleeping - which is great. Ending homelessness means ending it for everyone, including people in the asylum and immigration system. Currently, homelessness is designed into the asylum process - this needs to change if the PM is going to achieve his goal 1/4
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Monday’s debate on the Immigration and Asylum Bill highlighted how this legislation will erode vital protections, saddle people with unavoidable debt, undermine fairness, and make the path to settlement even longer and more insecure. Read our reflections naccom.org.uk/immigration-...
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Immigration and Asylum Bill 2026 - NACCOM
On Monday 13 July, MPs debated the Immigration and Asylum Bill at its Second Reading. This new major piece of immigration legislation, the fifth to come before Parliament in five sessions, lands amids...
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
"We plant belonging" A wonderful story, and a reminder of the importance of volunteering opportunities and access to nature to support the wellbeing and sense of belonging for people seeking asylum. Proud to see our members @asylumlink.bsky.social involved! www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
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‘We plant belonging’: how nature charities and asylum seekers work together in UK countryside
Environmental and refugee groups have joined forces to benefit lives and wildlife in Wales and elsewhere
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Refugee Council @refugeecouncil.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Safe and legal routes save lives. We welcome the government’s commitment to creating new safe routes, but these must not come at the expense of existing pathways that would have helped women and children to flee devastating wars and brutal regimes: www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
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More than 16,000 refugees unable to reunite with families in UK, says Refugee Council
Suspension of family reunion route has left many stuck in conflict zones or using people smugglers to reach safety
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Helen Bamber Foundation 🧡 @helenbamber.org · 13/07/2026
The UK has introduced immigration or asylum legislation almost every year over the past decade. Yet people still wait years for asylum decisions, poor outcomes are routinely overturned on appeal & too many trafficking survivors aren't identified or supported. Today MPs will debate YET another bill 🧵
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
The Home Office's own evaluation confirmed that a 56-day move-on period prevents homelessness. The decision to cancel the extension to 56 days is a worrying indication that the Home Office is backsliding on its commitment to reducing homelessness. Read more: naccom.org.uk/naccom-refle...
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NACCOM reflections on the Evaluation of the initiatives to enhance the move on process - NACCOM
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Refugee and Migrant Justice @rmjusticeuk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
1/🔈🔈🔈 "Saddling newly recognised refugees with debt for receiving support they needed to survive will only make it harder for them to rebuild & get on with their lives." RMJ's Head of Campaigning @nickbeales.bsky.social on Shabana Mahmood's latest cruel asylum plans www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
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Asylum seekers could be forced to pay £10,000 accommodation bill
The government's newly presented Immigration and Asylum Bill plans to make asylum seekers repay up to £10,000.
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
A grim, performatively cruel policy that will only lead to homelessness among people seeking asylum and poverty and long term uncertainty among those granted status and trying to rebuild their lives here www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026... to
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Asylum seekers to pay £10,000 towards living costs under new UK law
Means-tested scheme included in immigration and asylum bill condemned by charities for placing tax on refugees
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Excellent, important report by IPPR featuring evidence from four of our members: @assistsheffield.bsky.social, @rmjusticeuk.bsky.social, @boothcentre.bsky.social and @hopeprojects.bsky.social. This government's asylum and migration policies are risking driving even more people into homelessness
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Jon Featonby @jonfeatonby.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
A change in PM should be a chance to rethink, but it appears that the immigration and asylum bill will be introduced next week, a bill that will do nothing to help the asylum system run more smoothly while making life harder for those seeking protection in the UK. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
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Shabana Mahmood’s immigration and asylum bill to go before MPs next week
Refugee charities fear controversial changes, including on forced removals and age checks, are being rushed through
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NACCOM @naccomnetwork.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
"We have all needed encouragement to speak up, stand up, and advocate for ourselves ... we hope to bring encouragement to others to do the same". This #RefugeeWeek, our Community Ambassadors, Nico, Shamim, Ann and Kas reflected on what the theme of courage means to them ⬇️🧡
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BIRCH Network @birchnetwork.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
As we celebrate Refugee Week this week and focus on courage, we wanted to highlight the amazing courage we see each week from the young people we support at our youth hub. They leave behind their homes, their family, their friends and their culture.
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Boaz Trust @boaztrust.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
📢 Our 2025-26 Impact Report has landed - just in time for #RefugeeWeek! 🧡📮 www.boaztrust.org.uk/articles/our...
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Our 2025-26 Impact Report is here!
Everyone deserves safety, dignity and a home.
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