What are the rights of refugees in the UK?

 Refugees in the UK have several rights and entitlements. They have the right to apply for welfare in the UK, in line with nationals in the country, and they can work in the UK without any restrictions once they have their National Insurance number

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. Once they have been granted refugee status, they can work in any profession and at any skill level

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. They also have the right to be treated fairly and lawfully regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any disability

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. They have the right to practice their own religion and have their application considered fairly and accurately

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. They have access to support and accommodation if they meet the requirements for it, and free legal help may be available depending on their income and their case

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. They also have access to free healthcare from the National Health Service (NHS) 

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. The UK government is bound by international laws to protect the rights of refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants

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