More than 2,500 Syrian refugees have settled in Scotland – SNP
Almost a fifth of the Syrian refugees who have come to the UK as part of a special programme have settled in Scotland, according to figures revealed by the SNP.
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Glasgow aims to make asylum process easier for migrants
The asylum process for migrants in Glasgow could be made much easier after a multi-agency taskforce recommended a number of proposed reforms.
Scottish Government provides emergency funds for refugees fleeing Venezuela
Emergency funding to support refugees fleeing from Venezuela has been announced by the Scottish Government.
Network set up to help refugees integrate in Scotland
A network of groups has been created to help integrate refugees into communities across Scotland.
WATCH: “No one can stop them singing:” How one small choir is helping to give Scotland’s asylum seekers a voice
"Oh we are women, and we are singing," they chant. But this small group of some of Glasgow's most vulnerable women are doing far more than just that.
Govan community shop seeks donations to help vulnerable asylum seekers
A HAVEN for asylum seekers in Glasgow has issued an appeal for more winter clothes as the number of refugees referred to them is increasing rapidly.
Support for refugees more generous in Scotland research claims
UK ministers are being urged to provide "more generous" assistance for Syrian refugees in England after researchers found those who had been resettled in Scotland were better supported and happier.
Asylum seeker praises Scots after winning reprieve to stay
AN orphaned asylum seeker and his gran have praised Scots for their support after they won a reprieve to stay.
It’s been a long road but I’m happy to be an HGV refugee: Syrian driver on his new job and a new life in Scotland
HE left the war- ravaged Syrian city of Homs and a career as a truck driver in search of a better life for his family in Scotland.
War veteran Harry, 94, to travel round camps across Europe, America and Australia to aid refugees
SOME people might view their 90s as a time to relax. But not Harry Leslie Smith.
‘Share my Table’ project aims to bring refugees and local Scots together
SHARE MY TABLE is an inclusive project featuring live performance and visual art by refugees in Glasgow, inspired by their experience of building new lives in the city.