Friends, Families and Travellers Annual Report 2021

This report gives an overview of some of the achievements that FFT have had over the 2021 period in supporting Gypsies, Roma and Travellers by providing practical advice and legal support and ensuring the protection of their right to pursue a nomadic way of life.

Children, young people and families’ experiences of chronic asthma management and care

Working with a range of families, including Gypsies, Roma and Travellers, this report from Young People’s Health Partnership reviewed how young people manage their asthma and advises on actions services can take to be more inclusive.

Digital exclusion & health inequalities

This Briefing Paper from the Good Things Foundation breaks down digital exclusion, the impacts for those how are affected by it and how digital exclusion has been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Saying it as it is: Experiences of Gypsies and Travellers caring for family members living with dementia

Research report into the experiences of Gypsy and Traveller carers, providing care for family members living with dementia.

Locked out: A snapshot of access to General Practice for nomadic communities during the COVID-19 pandemic

Research findings from a Friends, Families and Travellers mystery shop exercise in which 100 GP surgeries in England were asked to register a nomadic patient, without a fixed address during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Friends, Families and Travellers submission to the Public Bill Committee: on Part 4 Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill

Friends, Families and Travellers submission to the Public Bill Committee for the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill (PCSC). This submission outlines why Part 4 of the PCSC Bill should be removed.

The Health Status of Liveaboard Boaters

In March 2021, FFT released the largest study on the health experiences of Liveaboard Boaters in the UK. The research provides insight into barriers registering with GPs, accessing appointments and receiving vital healthcare correspondence.

Inclusion Health Self Assessment Tool for Primary Care Networks

This online tool, created by a partnership of VCSE organisations with people from Inclusion Health groups, will help your Primary Care Network to improve engagement with Inclusion Health groups. The tool is supported by NHS England.

Engaging with the Roma community on the EU Settlement Scheme: Toolkit for local authorities and community organisations

This is a toolkit for local authorities and community organisations to enable effective support for the Roma community on the EU settlement scheme, involving actions for both local authorities and delivery organisations.

Including the Missing Voices of Disabled People in Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities

This report from the University of Worcester reflects on research led by Shaping Our Lives User and Disability Network and funded by DRILL (Disability Research on Independent Living & Learning) on the experiences of disabled Gypsies, Roma and Travellers.

Friends, Families and Travellers submission to the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities Call for Evidence on Ethnic Disparities and Inequality in the UK

This response to the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities’ call for evidence sets out ethnic disparities and inequality in the UK for Gypsy and Traveller people.

How to tackle health inequalities in Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities: A guide for health and care services

This Friends, Families and Travellers guide, designed for decision makers and people working in health and care services will help your organisation tackle health inequalities experienced by Gypsies, Roma and Travellers through developing cultural awareness and sharing good practice.

Friends, Families and Travellers and the National Federation of Gypsy Liaison Groups’ submission to the Public Services Committee Inquiry ‘Public Services: lessons from coronavirus’

Friends, Families and Travellers and the National Federation of Gypsy Liaison Groups’ submission to the Public Services Committee Inquiry ‘Public Services: lessons from coronavirus’, calling for scrutiny and to hold the Government to account for their treatment of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities during the Covid-19 pandemic.

An Avoidable Crisis: The disproportionate impact of Covid-19 on Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities

Baronness Doreen Lawrence’s review of the impact of Covid-19 on Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities includes submissions from community groups and individuals including Friends, Families and Travellers.

Friends, Families and Travellers Annual Report 2020