Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm of 2025 so far, is currently moving slowly west-northwest at around 7 miles per ...

This year, the British Red Cross is unveiling Hope Street, a two-day immersive installation at Battersea Power Station. Visitors can explore five doors, each revealing a true story of resilience from ...

We help people in crisis in the UK and around the world. Support us by donating to a specific emergency. 66p is spent helping people in crisis. This includes emergency response, refugee support and ...

Since the devastating attacks in Israel on 7 October 2023, conflict has escalated in Gaza, with a surge in fighting in the West Bank. The fighting led to a collapsing health system in Gaza, with ...

A ceasefire agreement came into effect on 10 October 2025 bringing hope to millions who have faced relentless suffering in Gaza. We hope that this moment will allow for an unimpeded flow of aid into ...

How can primary teachers support children when shocking and distressing events appear in the news? There are no easy answers, but understanding, observation and compassion are important. This resource ...

From smallpox to Covid-19, we have played an essential role in vaccination campaigns to prevent diseases and improve public health. Smallpox was a highly infectious and deadly disease that was endemic ...

This page is available in other languages. The British Red Cross is the UK's largest independent provider of services and support for refugees and people seeking asylum. We help refugees from all ...

Information and help for refugees that want to bring loved ones to the UK. Visa applications to be reunited with your family are handled by the UK Home Office. We can help you understand how to apply ...

Migration to Britain has featured heavily in the news over the last few years. Reports of small boats arriving on the coast of England carrying migrants and refugees hoping to reach the UK have ...

From welcoming newly-arrived people in the UK to helping families reconnect after conflict or disaster, your time and compassion can make a real difference.

Explore the benefits that interacting with the environment can have to our wellbeing while building a habitat for nature. Eco-anxiety in young people is on the rise. Eco-anxiety is the feeling of ...