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DERBY REFUGEE ADVICE CENTRE OPENING TIMES
Open for Advice Session on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am - 4pm.
Open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays for Classes and Activities (see events page for more details).
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RWANDA DEPORTATION FLIGHTS
Derby Refugee Forum and Derby Refugee Advice Centre are opposed to sending Asylum Seekers to Rwanda. We feel this totally goes against what the Government calls ‘Our proud history of welcoming Refugees’ and what Britain stands for - a welcoming, just, humane society.
We believe the way to stop people smugglers and save lives, is for the government to open up safe, legal routes and give Asylum Seekers, wherever they come from, the same opportunities as we have with Ukraine. This would stop the people smuggling business.
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HOW TO BOOK A GP APPOINTMENT
Please follow this link for more information about booking a GP appointment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXHPWbEmp5s&feature=youtu.be
HOW TO BOOK AN ADVICE SESSION
We are open for drop-in advice sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am on a first come first served basis. Registration is at the Centre from 9am on the same day.
There are some pre-bookable Advice Sessions in the afternoon for those unable to attend in the morning, but these are very limited.
To contact us please call Derby Refugee Advice Centre on 01332 347497, the Bosnia Herzegovina Community Association on 01332 294436 or contact us via email drac2@hotmail.co.uk
Alternatively, Asylum Seekers can contact Migrant Help on their free helpline 0808 8010 503
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When you get a positive leave to remain decision you may need to claim benefits to begin with while you look for a job and a housing. Claiming Universal Credit is done on the gov.uk website but if you don't have access to a computer or laptop, or would like some help filling in the form, you can call the national helpline 0800 328 5644 or we can help you to apply.
You will need to make an appointment to see an Adviser at Derby Refugee Advice Centre.
LATEST ON REPORTING CENTRES
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), fewer reporting centres are open with limited opening hours.
It might take longer than usual to get a new reporting appointment, but your new appointment will be sent to you by text message, email or letter. If you need help with an existing appointment or getting to the Reporting Centre, please make an appointment at Derby Refugee Advice Centre to see an adviser.