West Against Racism Network is a grassroots campaign based in West Belfast campaigning against institutionalised racism, actively promoting anti racist culture.
The gradual erosion of benefit levels, along with the end of Single Payments and now the Social Fund, means older people don’t realise quite how difficult it is to get by on benefits in 2019. Benefit levels used to be 30% of median income, now only 11% #povertyeastbelfast
For all those searching and helping, David Armitage has been found safe and well, and is getting the help he needs. Thanks to all those who took the time to help in any way, shape or form. It’s much appreciated from everyone in Alliance.
A new film by homeless families, a new website for activists & an impressive lineup of international & domestic speakers. Don't miss our events this week and next @FeileBelfast 2018. Please share & be there!
"The Home Office are pissing on the destitute and calling it rain."
Dr Edie Shillue doesn't mince her words.
Since moving to Belfast she has found NI to a be a place that makes #RefugeesWelcome, in spite of a government hostile to asylum seekers.
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£36.95 per week is NOT enough for anyone to live on. The 85p a week increase is an insult. Show your solidarity with asylum seekers-join the protest on Mon 5 Feb 12 noon City Hall Belfast
Destructive anti social behaviour from Belfast City Council needs challenged - Benches removed from public space in Belfast city centre used by rough sleepers via @irish_news https://t.co/qUS1OtMhdB