Heather Rolfe
@Heather_Rolfe
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Director of Research & Relationships @britishfuture - migration, integration and public attitudes. Now mainly at @heather-rolfe.bsky.social
London
Joined October 2011
📈 New @britishfuture research out this week suggests that the public is more positive about student migration than the government might think @Heather_Rolfe breaks down the stats in her new blog 👇 https://t.co/GftsgV5eCM
ukandeu.ac.uk
Heather Rolfe examines new research that suggests that the public is more positive about student migration than the government may think.
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We are pleased to be working in partnership with the @togethercoalit and @britishfuture on building the early evidence base for the new Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion. Find out more about the commission ⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/mrWr4QLq1l
belongnetwork.co.uk
A new, independent body focussed rebuilding social connection and cohesion across Britain will launch in the spring.
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Yesterday's net migration revisions also mean we were previously underestimating the no. of Ukrainians living in the UK. There were 217k Ukrainians as of 30 June '24, much higher than the 160k estimated before. Full briefing on arrivals and integration linked below.
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We surveyed 5,000 non-UK citizens about their experiences of the UK immigration system Many migrants are unclear about their rights in the UK, while others had issues proving their rights to access housing, jobs & healthcare. 5 things you need to know: https://t.co/0Kff5lTpbJ
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk
The report compares the experiences and understanding of people who received their status under the EU Settlement Scheme and those with ‘non-EUSS’ statuses.
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Out today for @SMFthinktank. Why joined-up immigration and skills policy is set to become a key political battleground in the UK. And what that might mean for how it is run and who runs it. https://t.co/hvaK0RR8B2
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"I would hate for people to opt for assisted dying because they think they're saving someone somewhere money - whether that's relatives or the NHS," he said." Well said, @wesstreeting! https://t.co/KXjZIv3EiC
news.sky.com
The Department for Health will look at the potential costs of implementing a controversial policy that is due to be debated by MPs later this month.
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The Conservatives remain the least favourably viewed of the major parties Net favourability scores Greens: -1 Lib Dems: -4 Labour: -25 Reform UK: -29 Conservatives: -42 https://t.co/C3skIxhuCo
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💬 "About 7% of people educated in the UK attend private fee-paying schools. However, 43% of Britain’s best-selling classical musicians and 35% of Bafta-nominated actors are alumni of private schools." Great coverage of our research in @guardian ⤵️ https://t.co/x9nxCheru7
theguardian.com
Sutton Trust calls for improved access to creative education and industry dominated by upper middle-class
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‘Beyond the ballot: social science insights on eight key policy challenges’ showcases research-led insights of 100+ leading social scientists on policy-applicable areas to underline the great potential of #socialscience research to help shape policy & practice. Find out more⬇️
Published today our new report showcases a breadth of social science-based research, ideas & evidence relevant to addressing some of the UK’s political & social challenges, many of which complement the UK Government’s policy agenda. 📖➡️ https://t.co/dJDZZIQwB6
@Sage_Publishing
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Our friends @britishfuture are hiring for two great new roles: -Media & Comms Officer -Parliamentary & Public Affairs Manager 👇See below for more details and how to apply
Two great #jobs going at @britishfuture, leading UK thinktank on immigration, integration, race & identity. 10 days left to apply! Closes 15 Nov. Media & Comms Officer: https://t.co/mNZHkl4V34 Parliamentary & public affairs manager: https://t.co/5YxVWbVKDJ
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Six in 10 (60%) people in the UK feel international students bring a significant benefit to the British economy, while only around one in 10 (12%) disagree with this view, according to a new @policyatkings study by @BobbyDuffyKings. https://t.co/krePFtELHX
kcl.ac.uk
Only one in 10 disagree with this view
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Heat from sewers, tube and Thames could soon warm London buildings
theguardian.com
Westminster plan for UK’s biggest heat network could involve parliament warmed by waste and low-carbon heat
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NEW: Six in 10 people in the UK feel international students bring a significant benefit to the British economy, while only around one in 10 disagree. But despite largely favourable attitudes, there have been small declines in positive views ➡️ https://t.co/S7ZYVfcZft
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WEBINAR Mon 11 Nov 1-2pm Discussing new research on employment & cost-of-living challenges faced by Hong Kongers in UK. How could migrants help address UK skills shortages? With @Heather_Rolfe @britishfuture
@jasontchao of @HongkongersUK and @jdportes
https://t.co/LfmtjLfcDy
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On the economy, Professor Jonathan Portes (@jdportes) (@KingsSSPP), reflected on the potential impact of Trump’s proposed tariff increases:
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69% of Britons think Donald Trump will be a bad president Terrible: 57% Poor: 12% Average: 9% Good: 9% Great: 4% https://t.co/sGVyNAACdy
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Gotta hand it to @SebastianEPayne—at the @britishfuture summer party panel on the Carlton Street Terrace with @sundersays and @gabyhinsliff a few years ago, he went full Nostradamus pre-Partygate, predicting @Keir_Starmer as PM and @KemiBadenoch as LOTO after the next election.
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch calls on Sir Keir Starmer to apologise for Foreign Secretary David Lammy's previous comments about President-Elect Donald Trump. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube
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The UK has unusually high levels of people out of work, post-pandemic, compared to our peers. Putting more money into the NHS, both revenue spending and capital investment, will help people get back to work and get our economy growing.
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Two great #jobs going at @britishfuture, leading UK thinktank on immigration, integration, race & identity. 10 days left to apply! Closes 15 Nov. Media & Comms Officer: https://t.co/mNZHkl4V34 Parliamentary & public affairs manager: https://t.co/5YxVWbVKDJ
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