Supporting people with no recourse to public funds in the cost-of-living crisis

Supporting people with no recourse to public funds in the cost-of-living crisis

The cost-of-living crisis has caused hardship to many people across Wales. People with no recourse to public funds (NRPF) are excluded from accessing most welfare benefits, and with no forecast for crisis improvement in the years to come, it is essential that solutions are found to avoid destitution.  

Aims 

The aim of the project is to identify meaningful ways to support migrants with NRPF in Wales during the cost-of-living crisis. The project objectives are to: 

• Identify and clarify the rights and entitlements of people with NRPF in Wales.
• Increase awareness of rights and entitlements.
• Review local authority practices and find practical solutions for improving support and increasing access to services. 
• Work with people with lived experience of NRPF to inform the project and help identify solutions.   

What we’re doing 

• Bringing together people with lived experience of NRPF; listening to their concerns and building on their ideas for change; and supporting them to advocate for their rights. 

• Talking to local authorities about how they support people with NRPF and how they use Welsh Government Guidance. 
• Identifying models of good practice and making recommendations for change. 

Planned outputs  

• “What am I supposed to do?” Living with No Recourse to Public Funds in the Nation of Sanctuary

Follow up actions

We are continuing our work on NRPF through a third sector NRPF Coalition. Please email [email protected] or [email protected] if you would like more information on joining. 

Funders 

This project is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund  

Timeline 

The project will start in May and will run until November 2023