Lebanon’s adoption of the Standard Unified Contract could be one step closer to abolishing the “Kafala” system

Amid international criticism, the Lebanese Ministry of Labour has vowed to implement a Standard Unified Contract sponsorship approach for the country’s migrant workers.

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Knife Attack at Law Firm Highlights Danger of “Activist Lawyers” Rhetoric

A knife attack inspired by rhetoric pedalled by the Home Secretary and Prime Minister leads to growing concern for the safety of lawyers representing migrants.

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The UK Considers Offshore Processing Centres for Asylum Seekers

The UK government’s discussions, with reference to Australia’s policy, have caused concern amongst human rights groups who fear that such centres will lead to human rights violations.

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