In a system that's so tough to navigate, the right to make a fresh claim - to present new evidence that will help your case, which you might not have originally had or known was relevant - is vital to ensuring people's safety. But for many people seeking protection, that right is about to be taken away.

Under the new rules, asylum seekers will only be able to submit new evidence for their case if they can travel to Liverpool and do so in person.  There will be no travel expenses provided to help people do this. Most asylum seekers, who live on a tiny amount of support because they aren't allowed to work, won't be able to afford this journey.

To stop someone making their case for protection like this is just wrong. The Home Office is trying to save money at the expense of people's right to seek safety. Their arbitrary changes undermine our asylum system, and place undue pressure on the city of Liverpool - a community which already welcomes and protects its fair share of refugees.

What can you do?

Sign the petition - and when Refugee Action share their concerns with the Home Office, they'll share your name too.        Source: Refugee Action