What we're reading - 19th November
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What we're reading
UN comment on UK Government asylum system proposals
The UN’s Refugee Agency has commented on the UK Government's proposed changes to the asylum system, noting that “[refugees] are people fleeing conflict, instability and human rights abuses - circumstances no one would willingly choose.” Refugees should be given "a stable status that allows them to rebuild their lives and reunite with their families, while a long-term, durable solution is sought."
CDAS Networking Event & AGM
Would you like to come together with like-minded people to share, learn, network and influence policy around community development? Join Community Development Alliance Scotland (CDAS) on Wednesday, 3rd December at the SCDC offices, Glasgow, 10.30am - 12 noon, followed by a networking lunch to celebrate this alliance of organisations and collective actions and impact. You can get in touch here to attend.
Ash Scotland webinars on ‘polluter pays’ levy
ASH Scotland have uploaded a video version of a recent event where participants discussed how a ‘polluter pays’ levy could work to hold the tobacco industry accountable for health damage in our communities and be used to fund smoking prevention and cessation services.
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