From the start of 2025 all Biometric Residency Permits (BRPs) were replaced by eVisas. It is extremely important that everyone who has a right to remain registers for an eVisa. Many benefits and funding for things like childcare will require an eVisa so please make sure you inform all the households you know who have […]
The Best of the LMP Blog: Resources of the Week you may have missed
By Jon from LASSN on 17th July 2025 in Destitution & Housing, Education, Training & Work, ESOL, Funding, Health, LMP, Resource, Safety & Inclusion
The blog has been running for nearly 10 years, and over that time we’ve gathered a huge number of useful resources. But many are now buried in the archives—so unless you’ve been reading (and bookmarking!) from the start, you might not know they’re there. Here are a few of our favourite posts you may have […]
Asylum Matters update 16.7.25 – advocacy, campaigns & resources
By Jon from LASSN on 17th July 2025 in Activism & Campaigning, Destitution & Housing, Funding, Jobs, Opinion, Policy & Research
Advocacy and campaigning Initiatives NGOs mobilise around Macron visit and border violence Over 65 organisations supporting refugees in the UK and in France signed a cross-Channel statement calling for an end to escalating border violence and the deaths it is driving, to coincide with the state visit of President Macron. Coverage here and here and full statement here. In a […]
Free English Classes from CES in August 2025
CES will be running free English classes again from 4th August to 28th August as part of their teacher training programme. All classes are supervised by experienced teacher trainers and include a mix of grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities. It’s a great opportunity to improve your English—don’t miss out! Register using the […]
Yorkshire Dance are seeking new charity tenants for their city centre building – July 2025
Yorkshire Dance are seeking new tenants to fill two empty office spaces. Yorkshire Dance is a regional charity based inside an old textile mill in Quarry Hill. Alongside three dance studios the building is a creative hub and home to numerous small arts organisations, charities, creative businesses and health and wellbeing practitioners. The 12 serviced […]
Cross Flatts Park events this summer (free unless stated)
A few fantastic summer activities taking place at Cross Flatts Park this summer. There’s things for children/families and adults and older adults. Please do share out with residents and groups. All below are free of charge, unless stated. Check each one for booking information.
Health Improvement Fund: grant opportunity
The Leeds Fast Track City partnership are inviting bids for an exciting new Health Improvement Fund. Successful project proposals will bolster the city’s ambition to end HIV, viral hepatitis and TB by 2030. Funding can be used to: Enhance testing & treatment Reduce new infections Combat stigma & discrimination Support community-led responses Promote integrated health […]
Fast Track City Community Micro Grants – £1500
Leeds Fast Track City Community Grants – Up to £1,500 Available The Leeds Fast Track City Community Grants Programme is a joint initiative from Leeds City Council and Yorkshire MESMAC, launched in February 2024. These micro grants (up to £1,500) support community-led projects that tackle stigma and discrimination around HIV, viral hepatitis, and TB—amplifying the […]
The Race Equality Progress Report – Weds 23rd July 2025
What’s Changed Since George Floyd? Join the Conversation 📅 Wednesday 23 July🕓 4:00–7:00pm📍 Leeds Civic Hall, LS1 1UR Limited spaces remaining — book your free place now In the wake of George Floyd’s murder, many institutions in Leeds made public commitments to tackle racial inequality. But what’s actually changed? This important event invites communities to […]
Garden Gremlins I Free Family Art Club – every Thursday, 11am – 4pm, 31 July to 21 August 2025
🌱 Garden Gremlins: A Free Summer Art Club for Families in Lincoln Green🗓 Thursdays | 11am – 4pm | 31 July – 21 August📍 Roxby Community Garden, Lincoln Green, Leeds🎨 Free | Drop-in | All materials provided Looking for something fun and creative to do with your children this summer? Garden Gremlins is a free […]
Join Chapel FM for Seacroft Goes Global – Saturday 19th July 2025 | 1pm–5pm FREE
Join us on Saturday 🌍 Seacroft Goes Global – A Festive International Open House at Chapel FM! 🗓️ Saturday 19th July | 1pm–5pm 📍 Chapel FM Arts Centre, Seacroft 🎟️ Free | RSVP for your chance to win a prize! Join us at Chapel FM for Seacroft Goes Global—a joyful, free, family-friendly event celebrating our […]
Lark in the Park FREE Family Fun Day July 19th 2025, 12 to 4pm
Join us for a Family Fun Day at East End Park organised by Leeds City Council! There is plenty of music, food, crafts and different stalls selling a variety of cultural items. Also, FREE haircuts are available. Join us from 12 to 4pm on July 19th 2025 at East End Park, LS9 9NG We are […]
Leeds Strategic Migration Board meeting notes 17 June 2025
Below are the summary minutes of the Leeds Strategic Migration Board which took place 17 June 2025 [8 pages]. (And here’s an AI generated summary of those Summary Notes) 🧭 Meeting Focus: Employment Support for Migrant Communities The Board explored how employment support in Leeds can better serve people from migrant backgrounds, particularly in light […]