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We Tested (and Rated!) All the Desks at West Elm - Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space

Investing in a quality desk for remote work is essential for productivity and comfort.

Exploring different desk options at stores like West Elm can help find the right fit for various home office needs. [ more ]

Futurist Architecture

5 Sleek Home Office Desks for Productive Workspaces

Opt for desks with clean lines and built-in storage solutions for a modern and organized atmosphere.

Adjustable height desks promote better posture, reduce sedentary time, and improve mood and energy levels. [ more ]

CityAM

Productivity

Why office space is key to remove stress and inspire creativity

Creating a functional and comfortable office space at home is essential for reducing stress and boosting creativity.

Maintaining a clutter-free environment, incorporating personal touches, and maximizing natural light are crucial for a productive home office. [ more ]

SPY

The Informant: The Standing Desk That Leveled Up My Home Office

The Autonomous SmartDesk Core is easy to assemble and use, with a quiet motor and practical features like preset height options.

Investing in high-quality products like standing desks can significantly improve the work-from-home experience and address sedentary lifestyle challenges. [ more ]

SPY

Productivity

37 Innovative Tech Additions for Your Home Office This New Year

A great home office can greatly improve your work-from-home experience

Techy gadgets can enhance productivity and make daily tasks easier [ more ]

www.forbes.com

If You Work From Home, Here's 6 Tips To Create The Perfect WFH Office

Working remotely allows for flexibility in location and lifestyle changes, leading to savings in time and costs. [ more ]

House Digest

9 Clever IKEA Desk Hacks That Will Give You A Focused Workspace At Home - House Digest

The home office remains essential post-pandemic with IKEA furniture popular for DIY desk hacks. [ more ]

The Spruce

42 Home Office Lighting Ideas for a Bright and Cheery Workspace

Lighting is essential in designing a functional and aesthetically pleasing home office.

There are numerous lighting options available to enhance the design and functionality of your office. [ more ]

Digital Trends

The 6 best desks for a home office in 2024 | Digital Trends

Consider factors such as desk space, customization options, and durability when choosing a desk for a home office.

The article suggests six best desks for a home office in 2024, including standing desks, L-shaped desks, and desks from popular brands like Herman Miller. [ more ]

Dezeen

Isabelle Heilmann converts Parisian textile workshop into loft apartment

Interior designer Isabelle Heilmann transformed a former textile workshop in Paris into an open-plan apartment with a home office.

Heilmann used glazing and level changes to delineate the new spaces and maintain a visual connection between rooms. [ more ]

www.housebeautiful.com

See Create & Cultivate CEO Jaclyn Johnson's California Dream Home

American midcentury modern design shines brightest in California, with renowned architects creating lasting masterpieces.

Create & Cultivate founder Jaclyn Johnson prioritized her home office, creating an inspiring and calming space with the help of Hommeboys Interiors. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Sunak pressed to end Rwanda bill impasse by exempting Afghan service veterans

Rishi Sunak faces pressure over Rwanda deportation bill concessions. [ more ]

BBC News

Home Office worker arrested for 'selling' UK residency

A Home Office case worker attempted to sell UK residency to an asylum seeker in exchange for £2,000, using sensitive records. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Iraqi sex offender who wants to be deported still in UK after three years, MP says

The Home Office in the UK has faced criticism for failing to deport an Iraqi sex offender convicted of serious crimes since 2019. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Millions of people invited to switch immigration documents to electronic visa

Millions in the UK to switch to eVisa for digital immigration system by 2025. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Prince Harry loses latest round of court battle over personal security in the UK

Prince Harry ordered to pay majority of legal costs in his battle with the Home Office over personal security arrangements. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

2 weeks ago

Irrational' Home Office demanded fingerprint proof from people fleeing Gaza

Home Office in UK demanding biometric data from Gazan families for relocation criticized by immigration tribunal.

Judge rules Home Office's demand for biometric data as irrational and unreasonable, interfering with family rights and survival situations in Gaza. [ more ]

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NewsChain

Home Office worker arrested after claim of money request for residency approval

A Home Office worker in the UK was arrested for allegedly soliciting money from an asylum seeker for residency approval. [ more ]

www.bbc.com

Europe news

More than 500 migrants arrive in small boats

More than 500 people arrived in Dover on small boats, the highest daily total this year.

Total Channel crossings in 2022 reached 4,043, surpassing last year's figures. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

More than 30,000 UK asylum seekers on bail under Rwanda deportation threat

Over 30,000 asylum seekers in the UK are facing deportation to Rwanda, according to the Home Office.

The Home Office refers to the 94,000 outstanding asylum claims as a 'queue' rather than a backlog. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Hundreds of child refugees wrongly sent to adult detention centres

Over 1,300 child refugees in the UK have been wrongly identified as adults, leading to detention and unsupervised adult accommodation.

Children as young as 14 were judged to be adults by the Home Office. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Afghans flown to UK told to sign legal agreement or face homelessness

Afghan refugees in Pakistan will be flown to the UK and given seven days to seek legal advice and sign an agreement with the Home Office or face homelessness.

The agreement would qualify them for temporary accommodation, but the Home Office warns that their housing could be terminated before March 2024. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Campaigners hold vigil in Brixton to mark anniversary of Windrush scandal being revealed

Campaigners call for reform of Home Office compensation scheme

Windrush generation's struggles must not be forgotten [ more ]

CityAM

3 weeks ago

Al Quds march: Home Office urges Met to take 'zero tolerance' approach at tense Palestine demo

The Home Office urges Met Police for zero tolerance on law breaking during pro-Palestine march.

Annual Al Quds march in London expresses support for Palestine and opposition to Israel/Zionism amid recent conflict. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Jewish father says he'll sue after 'Israel' scribbled from baby's birth certificate

The father plans to sue those responsible for scribbling out Israel on his baby's birth certificate.

The father emphasized the need for thorough vetting to prevent hateful incidents within official systems. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Walthamstow: Hundreds of asylum seekers told to leave Ibis hotel by tomorrow

Hundreds of migrants living in an east London hotel face an abrupt eviction

The Home Office has housed up to 400 people at the Ibis hotel while their asylum claims are being processed [ more ]

moreLondon

www.independent.co.uk

3 weeks ago

Windrush scandal: Compensation scheme branded a failure' amid calls for reform

Campaigners urge overhaul of Windrush scandal compensation scheme due to delays and victims dying before receiving payouts.

Calls for transferring compensation responsibilities from Home Office to independent body for more efficient processing. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Healthcare workers among thousands wrongly denied work while waiting on visas'

Healthcare workers and severely disabled individuals are losing work and benefits due to lack of legal status documents from the Home Office.

The situation is reminiscent of the Windrush scandal, with thousands affected by unintended consequences of the hostile environment policy. [ more ]

NewsChain

Home Office loses appeal bid over West Midlands policing powers merger ruling

The Home Office lost appeal against ruling on West Midlands policing powers transfer.

High Court judgment quashed merger of PCC and Mayor roles. [ more ]

NewsChain

Home Office appeals over ruling blocking West Midlands policing powers merger

The Home Office is challenging a ruling blocking transfer of policing powers in West Midlands.

The appeal outcome will impact whether the election for police and crime commissioner in the region proceeds in May. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Home Office immigration database errors hit more than 76,000 people

Database at Home Office has errors for over 76,000 migrants

Merged identities in the database lead to severe issues for individuals [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Home Office admits it does not tell families when asylum seekers die in their care

The Home Office does not routinely inform family members when asylum seekers die in their care, citing mental health concerns.

NGOs warn that asylum seekers are at high risk of suicide due to Home Office policies on accommodation. [ more ]

OK Magazine

Prince Harry Will Have Security Protection When Visiting the Royal Family Despite Legal Loss

Prince Harry lost his legal battle for personnel in the U.K.

His appeal against the decision-making body Ravec was refused. [ more ]

Independent.ie

Britain's Prince Harry loses High Court challenge over his police protection

Harry initiated legal action over security

Harry's security decision involved risk analysis and impact on his family [ more ]

PCWorld

Web design

Save more than $30 off this ultimate home office laptop stand

Upgrade your home office with a quality laptop stand like the 6-in-1 CASA HUB Stand Pro USB-C Laptop Stand Hub.

The stand offers ergonomic design, durable aluminum build, 360° rotatable base, right-angle cable for reduced pressure, heat dissipation, and compatibility with MacBook and iPad series. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Home Office caves to calls for inquiry into Manston migrant detention scandal

The Home Office has agreed to a statutory inquiry into mistreatment at Manston detention center after facing legal battles.

Allegations at Manston detention center include violence, overcrowding, spread of disease, and severe understaffing. [ more ]

WWD

Marketing

The Viral TikTok Criss Cross Chair Is The Ultimate Home Office Upgrade - And It's On Sale for Its Lowest Price Ever

The Pukami armless desk chair is an ultimate home office upgrade with unique design for comfort and posture.

The TikTok criss cross chair from Amazon is popular among WFH hustlers for its space and comfort features at a major discount. [ more ]

www.cosmopolitan.com

Marketing

The gov is accused of paying influencers to deter migrants here's its response

The Home Office plans to pay influencers to post TikTok content warning against illegal crossings on the Channel.

Mass advertising campaigns will target countries like Albania, Vietnam, Egypt, and Iraq, paying influencers thousands of pounds to share messages about the consequences of illegal travel to the UK. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Marketing

Home Office to pay TikTok influencers to warn migrants not to cross the Channel

The Home Office plans to pay influencers on TikTok to post content warning migrants not to travel to Britain in small boats.

The government has been using taxpayer money for social media adverts aimed at deterring asylum-seekers, but has targeted tourists and business travellers instead. [ more ]

Forbes

Privacy professionals

U.K. Home Office Migrant Tagging Scheme Breached Data Protection Rules

The UK's Home Office breached data protection law with a pilot program to use ankle tags on migrants.

The Information Commissioner's Office found that the Home Office failed to assess the privacy intrusion and provide clear information to participants in the scheme. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Privacy professionals

Home Office GPS tagging of asylum seekers breaches data protection law | Computer Weekly

The Home Office received a warning for using GPS ankle tags on asylum seekers.

ICO found Home Office failed to justify the necessity of collecting and using personal data. [ more ]

NewsChain

Privacy professionals

Home Office pilot that put ankle tags on migrants 'breached data protection law'

The Home Office pilot scheme using ankle tags breached UK data protection law due to insufficient risk assessment.

The pilot aimed to monitor migrants on immigration bail for location tracking and asylum claimant contact. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Home Office dumps online all sacked borders chief inspector's reports

Routine checks of asylum decisions sacrificed for productivity

Delay in publishing reports raises concerns about transparency [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Asylum backlog at over 120,000 despite record number of refugees granted protection

A record number of refugees were granted protection in 2023

Significant drop in asylum claims and increase in withdrawn applications in 2023. [ more ]

NewsChain

Europe news

French authorities dealing with small boat incident in the English Channel

French authorities responding to an incident involving a small boat with asylum seekers in the English Channel.

Reports suggest three deaths and 180 people rescued in the incident near Cap Gris-Nez, France. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Home Office chaos' as at least 55,500 asylum seekers stuck in new Rwanda backlog

Over 55,500 asylum seekers stuck in backlog due to government's Rwanda policy

Government's Illegal Migration Act causing perma-backlog for asylum seekers [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Immigration chief says he was sacked on Teams call for doing my job'

David Neal defended speaking truth to power by getting sacked for doing his job as the chief inspector.

Neal emphasized the importance of moral courage, sticking to principles, and speaking truth to power even if it leads to consequences. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Home Office signs tech and data sharing deal with Frontex | Computer Weekly

Enhanced border security through data sharing with Frontex

Focus on collaboration for improved intelligence and technology use [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Home Office sacks immigration chief after after criticism of border security

The independent chief inspector for borders and immigration in the UK was sacked for criticizing the border force over security failings.

The sacked inspector warned about dangerous security lapses and called for urgent inspections of general aviation in the country. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Home Office test scandal students to pitch Mr Bates-inspired TV drama

Overseas students wrongly accused of cheating by the Home Office are developing a television drama pitch to raise awareness about their experiences.

The students hope that by creating a drama, they can garner public attention and support for their fight against the Home Office's decision to cancel their visas. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

97% seemed absurd': Labour's Stephen Timms on the English test scandal that wrecked lives

The Home Office accused over 35,000 overseas students of cheating based on a statistic that 97% of international students suspected of cheating in a Home Office-approved English language test.

Labour MP Stephen Timms believes this statistic is completely implausible and indicates a miscarriage of justice.

Timms has been trying for the past eight years to hold the Home Office accountable for this miscarriage of justice. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

What is the Home Office English test scandal?

Thousands of international students in the UK were wrongly accused of cheating on English language tests.

The Home Office rushed to penalize students without sufficient evidence. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

English test scandal: students renew fight to clear names after 10 years

International students accused of cheating at English-language tests are planning to clear their names 10 years after being wrongly accused.

New evidence presented raises questions over the Home Office's decision to accuse thousands of students of cheating. [ more ]

Yahoo News

Woman, 22, faces being deported despite living in the UK all her life

Brexit has led to challenges for EU citizens in the UK, such as issues with citizenship and settled status applications.

The Home Office has tightened the criteria for late applications, resulting in a surge in invalid applications. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Brexit U-turn as EU citizens who missed deadline allowed to stay in UK

The UK government has reversed its stance on residency rights for EU citizens, allowing late applications for settled status if applicants were unaware of the Brexit scheme.

Campaigners argue that the government's guidance still lacks clarity and that legal support is necessary for those who missed the 2021 deadline.

The previous requirement for physical proof of residency caused problems for EU citizens in terms of job applications, housing, and travel since Brexit. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Brexit U-turn as EU citizens who missed deadline allowed to stay in UK

The UK government has reversed its stance on residency rights for EU citizens, allowing late applications for settled status if applicants were unaware of the Brexit scheme.

Campaigners argue that the government's guidance still lacks clarity and that legal support is necessary for those who missed the 2021 deadline.

The previous requirement for physical proof of residency caused problems for EU citizens in terms of job applications, housing, and travel since Brexit. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Brexit U-turn as EU citizens who missed deadline allowed to stay in UK

The UK government has reversed its stance on residency rights for EU citizens, allowing late applications for settled status if applicants were unaware of the Brexit scheme.

Campaigners argue that the government's guidance still lacks clarity and that legal support is necessary for those who missed the 2021 deadline.

The previous requirement for physical proof of residency caused problems for EU citizens in terms of job applications, housing, and travel since Brexit. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Home Office to allow EU citizens who missed residency deadline to stay in UK

The Home Office has reversed its stance on EU citizens who missed the deadline to apply for post-Brexit residency cards, allowing them to remain in the UK.

Campaigners are calling for clearer guidance to avoid EU citizens having to beg for their rights to be recognized. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Home Office to allow EU citizens who missed residency deadline to stay in UK

The Home Office has reversed its stance on EU citizens who missed the deadline to apply for post-Brexit residency cards, allowing them to remain in the UK.

Campaigners are calling for clearer guidance to avoid EU citizens having to beg for their rights to be recognized. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Windrush Scandal victim granted review over rejected compensation

A member of the Windrush generation who was wrongly denied entry to the UK and sent to Jamaica has been granted a judicial review of his case.

He is set to challenge the Home Office's decision to refuse him compensation under the Windrush Compensation Scheme. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Thousands could be being denied employment rights while waiting for visa renewals

Thousands of foreign nationals in the UK are being denied their rights due to the Home Office's failure to provide proper documents.

Foreign nationals on 3C leave are facing discrimination as employers often require physical proof of their immigration status. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Rishi Sunak's small boats plan suffers blow as Home Office deems Turkey unsafe

Rishi Sunak's plan to halt boats carrying migrants across the English Channel is at risk due to the Home Office declaring Turkey an unsafe country.

The proposed returns deal with Turkey is in jeopardy due to concerns over their anti-terrorism laws, unfair trials, and allegations of torture in the judicial system.

Officials are considering alternative ways to address the small boats crisis, including potentially leaving the European Court of Human Rights and implementing provisions within the Rwanda bill. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

NYC real estate

Why Bedrooms Aren't Just for Sleeping Anymore

Maximizing the use of space in your bedroom is essential, especially in the current housing market.

The increase in remote work has led to a demand for multifunctional bedrooms that serve as a sanctuary and a workspace. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Asylum backlog: IDs sent with a stranger's picture among Home Office blunders

A Yemeni father waiting for his asylum claim to be processed reveals botched application by the Home Office

The slow and error-prone process caused panic attacks for the family [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London politics

Sadiq Khan urges Home Office to tighten ban on zombie knives and machetes

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged the Home Office to enforce a stricter ban on zombie knives and machetes, criticizing the government for delays.

There is a legal loophole that needs to be closed in order for zombie knives to be effectively considered banned. [ more ]

NewsChain

Harry's focus on 'safety of family' rather than abandoned libel claim

Prince Harry has withdrawn his libel case against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) over an article about his challenge against the Home Office.

Harry's focus is on the safety of his family and the legal action against the Home Office, rather than the abandoned libel claim against ANL. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Brexit U-turn as EU citizens who missed deadline allowed to stay in UK

The UK government has reversed its stance on residency rights for EU citizens, allowing late applications for settled status if applicants were unaware of the Brexit scheme.

Campaigners argue that the government's guidance still lacks clarity and that legal support is necessary for those who missed the 2021 deadline.

The previous requirement for physical proof of residency caused problems for EU citizens in terms of job applications, housing, and travel since Brexit. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Brexit U-turn as EU citizens who missed deadline allowed to stay in UK

The UK government has reversed its stance on residency rights for EU citizens, allowing late applications for settled status if applicants were unaware of the Brexit scheme.

Campaigners argue that the government's guidance still lacks clarity and that legal support is necessary for those who missed the 2021 deadline.

The previous requirement for physical proof of residency caused problems for EU citizens in terms of job applications, housing, and travel since Brexit. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Home Office to allow EU citizens who missed residency deadline to stay in UK

The Home Office has reversed its stance on EU citizens who missed the deadline to apply for post-Brexit residency cards, allowing them to remain in the UK.

Campaigners are calling for clearer guidance to avoid EU citizens having to beg for their rights to be recognized. [ more ]

Yahoo News

What is settled status? Home Office U-turn after French grandmother who has lived in UK for 42 years faced deportation

A grandmother with French citizenship who has lived in the UK for 42 years was nearly forced to leave the country after failing to check her junk folder for a Home Office email.

The Home Office has now granted her indefinite leave to remain in the UK, but her son believes the situation should never have escalated to this point. [ more ]

BBC News

Ministers admit losing track of 5,600 asylum claimants

The Home Office has lost track of 5,600 asylum claimants whose applications have been discontinued.

Labour criticizes the Home Office for mismanagement and chaos in the asylum system. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Home Office hires dummy plane to practice forcing migrants onto Rwanda flights

The Home Office has hired an aircraft hangar and a dummy plane for security officials to practice forcing asylum seekers onto flights to Rwanda.

Scenarios staff are practicing for include migrants violently refusing to board planes, Extinction Rebellion-style play dead protests to block flights, and even dirty protests by campaigners outside the airbase. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Mental health

Border Force mental health absences rose 45% as Channel deaths increased

The Home Office spent a significant amount on mental health support for Border Force officers due to increased absences related to mental health.

The number of mental health-related absences among Border Force staff increased by 45% as deaths in the Channel rose. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Ministers accused of watering down rules around abortion clinic buffer zones

New draft guidance by the Home Office on buffer zones outside abortion clinics in England and Wales has been accused of being watered down.

The draft guidance still allows for silent prayers and approaching women attending clinics to discuss the issue within the safe zones. [ more ]

HouseDigest.com

This Hidden Office IKEA Hack Is Perfect For Small Spaces - House Digest

TikTok users are using Ikea's PAX wardrobes to create hidden offices in small spaces.

The PAX FORSAND wardrobe can be customized with shelves and trays to hold office supplies and create a neater work space. [ more ]

Apartment Therapy

You're One Step Away from Turning Basic Closet Shelves into Luxe Decor

Wall-mounted desks are great for small spaces

You can DIY a high-end wall desk unit [ more ]

Travelwith2ofus

9 Must-Have Tech Gadgets For Your Home Office That's Cheap Right Now

The seenda Wireless Mouse offers a plug-and-play design and wireless transmission technology for a reliable connection.

The AXX LED Desk Lamp provides efficient lighting for the home office. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Digital life

6 new tech tools to upgrade your home office in 2024

Home working continues to be popular with historic levels of remote workers and low office occupancy rates.

CES 2024 featured tech gadgets specifically designed for home workers. [ more ]

Apartment Therapy

This Small NYC Co-op Cleverly Solves the "Home Office Issue"

Creating distinct zones in a small space allows for multiple activities and functions.

Research and planning prior to moving in can help tackle storage challenges and maximize space. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Afghan hero pilot given asylum now faces imminent homelessness

Afghan pilot who helped Britain in war against Taliban facing homelessness after Home Office changed eviction rules

More than 13,000 refugees with recently granted asylum seeking emergency help from councils in 2023 [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Elevate Your Home Office with This $55.97 Lamp, Available at the Best Price Online Through December 17 | Entrepreneur

The Lamp Depot Minimalist LED Corner Floor Lamp offers a sleek and affordable way to change up the scene.

With more than 16 million colors to choose from and over 300 multicolor effects, you can set the mood with the included remote control. [ more ]

HELLO!

Prince Harry feels Archie and Lilibet 'cannot feel at home' in UK in emotional statement

Prince Harry believes his children can't feel at home in the UK if they can't be kept safe there

Harry and Meghan moved to the US due to security concerns [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

DevOps

Concerns raised over Home Office's 450m mega cloud deal with AWS | Computer Weekly

The Home Office has signed a Â£450m contract with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for public cloud hosting, raising concerns among public sector market watchers

The contract is said to be unprecedented and staggeringly large, representing over half of the total contracts AWS has received since the G-Cloud procurement framework began [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Lee Anderson attacks Home Office bosses over staggering' failure on asylum figures

Senior Conservative Lee Anderson criticizes Home Office for failing to provide asylum system figures.

Home Office officials admit they don't know what happened to 17,000 withdrawn asylum claims.

Negotiations for Rishi Sunak's deportation treaty with Rwanda in final stages. [ more ]

Remodelista

Steal This Look: A Well-Lit Office with Minimalist Appeal - Remodelista

Lea Korzeczek and Matthias Hiller of Studio Oink remodeled a Brooklyn couple's 1930s row house to create a playful and minimalistic home office

The office features European lighting, a custom desk, and simple yet considered accents [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

5 months ago

Afghan threatened with Rwanda removal for second time after Home Office blunder

An Afghan intelligence analyst who helped the British military in Kabul is facing deportation to Rwanda due to a Home Office error.

The analyst had applied for the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (Arap) scheme but hadn't received a response.

The Home Office mistakenly started progressing his asylum claim, but later admitted the error and paused his claim for potential removal to Rwanda. [ more ]

The Globe and Mail

5 months ago

How to find a good home-office desk according to a workplace design specialist

Investing in quality furniture for your home office can improve comfort and productivity.

Consider desk sizing based on your needs and space, and prioritize functionality over aesthetics and storage to save money. [ more ]

www.elledecor.com

5 months ago

25 Small Home Office Ideas That'll Make You Feel Like a Boss

Creating a dedicated work area in your home can enhance productivity and focus.

Access to light and nature can improve workplace productivity.

Home offices can be functional and fun, with stylish furniture and artistic touches. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

More than 10,000 arrivals on small boats so far in 2023

More than 10,000 people have been detected crossing the English Channel in small boats so far this year, after a jump in arrivals in recent days, figures show.Some 486 people made the crossing on Friday, with a further 374 on Saturday.The provisional total for 2023 now stands at 10,139, according to the latest data from the Home Office.

www.theguardian.com

Norwegian Roxy Music model Kari-Ann Moller fights to stay in UK after Brexit

Kari Ann Moller, a Norwegian star of a Roxy Music album cover, is facing the prospect of being deported from the UK after Brexit.

Moller, who has lived in the UK for 25 years, is eligible for settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme but has not yet been granted it. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Government could be forced to pay millions to police asylum barges and military bases

The government could be forced to pay police millions of pounds to cover security operations around Rishi Sunak's asylum barges and military bases, The Independent can reveal.Police have calculated they need hundreds of thousands of pounds for each new ship or site to cover additional patrols, and deal with anticipated protests by anti-refugee groups and extremists.

www.theguardian.com

Spain news

UK is among countries with the most positive attitude towards refugees, poll finds

Britons have among the most positive attitudes towards refugees in the world, a new global poll has found, despite increased hostility from the UK government to asylum seekers.An international survey of almost 22,000 adults across 29 countries found British people had the third-most enthusiastic outlook towards refugees, just behind Spain and New Zealand.

www.independent.co.uk

Protesters call for inquiry into Battle of Orgreave'

Thousands of people will join a protest on Saturday to keep up the pressure for an inquiry into one of the most violent clashes of the miners' strike 39 years ago.Police confronted pickets outside a coking plant in Orgreave, South Yorkshire, on June 18 1984, in what the miners said was a military-style operation to attack them.

www.independent.co.uk

Sunak's pledge to clear asylum backlog on course to fail as system cost hits 3.6bn

Rishi Sunak's pledge to clear a backlog of asylum decisions by the end of this year is on course to fail after the annual cost of Britain's asylum system hit 3.6bn, a watchdog has revealed.The National Audit Office (NAO) said Home Office officials had internally warned that the pledge is in doubt, with urgent action required as costs soared amid an accommodation crisis, unrealistic targets, staffing issues and highly uncertain assumptions made by the government.

SFGATE

SF real estate

Patrick Mahomes Looks To Pass One of His Kansas City Homes to a New Owner for $2.9M

Chris Unger/Getty Images / Realtor.comTwo-time Super Bowl winner Patrick Mahomes recently listed one of his Kansas City, MO, homes for $2.9 million.The superstar quarterback signed a 10-year, $450 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2020.Thanks to those riches and his endorsement deals, Mahomes has built a mini real estate empire, which includes a few properties in Missouri and a mansion in Texas.

Brownstoner

Brooklyn real estate

Italianate Near Newburgh's Historic Downing Park, Yours for $399K

Tucked behind a picket fence, this tidy brick Italianate in Newburgh offers some picturesque charm and a renovated interior.While updated, the house on the market at 14 Elm Street in the architecturally rich city still has some elements that might be familiar to the generations of one family that called it home for over 65 years.

www.independent.co.uk