January 16, 2026

Safe routes save lives: join our campaign!

by Mane Sevilla

Every day, people fleeing war, persecution and danger face impossible choices.

They have to be on UK soil to claim asylum here, yet have almost no safe ways to reach the UK and, as a result, many are forced onto dangerous boats across the Channel. Devastatingly, some do not survive the journey.

You can help change this. The UK has the power to create safe routes for people seeking asylum, and your MP can play a part.

We’ve prepared an email template that makes it quick and easy to write to your MP. You can edit it as much or little as you like. It explains the problem, why safe routes matter, and what action is needed to save lives. All you have to do to help make positive change happen is fill out your information and click send!

Every email counts. Together, we can push for a UK asylum system that protects people, reduces exploitation, and ensures no one has to risk their life just to find safety. Thank you for taking action.

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