We speak up for change

See the issues we work on

It's our mission to speak up for and improve the lives of people in the UK

We represent the voice of people in crisis to government. We produce evidence-based reports and policy recommendations. We regularly call for changes to legislation and policies that affect people who need our help.

We speak up for...

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Better first aid training

A few simple first aid skills can give people the power to save a life. But first they must be taught.

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A Red Cross volunteer supporting a lonely man to get out and about.

More health and social care funding

Everyone in the UK should get the health and social care they deserve.

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Woman being supported home from hospital

More support when leaving hospital

There is a cycle of avoidable hospital admissions among vulnerable patients. This puts pressure on the health and social care systems. 

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A collection of refugee clothes donations.

Improving the asylum system

Refugees and asylum seekers deserve an asylum system that treats people with respect and dignity.

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Diagrams of results

Research and publications

We carry out research on a range of issues to help make the case for change.

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