Read the latest on the current situation in Ukraine and how the Red Cross is helping people affected by the conflict.

What is a heatwave and what causes it? The word “heatwave” is often used to describe a period of hot and sunny weather however, this isn’t always correct. A heatwave is a meteorological definition and ...

Information for Ukrainian nationals on travelling to the UK, including advice on Permission To Travel letters and the Ukrainian Displaced Persons Travel Scheme. Arriving under Ukraine Schemes on ...

Get active. Go fundraising. Have fun. There are many ways you can help raise money for people in crisis.

Update: A ceasefire agreement came into place on 19 January 2025. Since then, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has facilitated the return of 18 hostages and 583 Palestinian ...

Our report is an exploration of loneliness among people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (B.A.M.E.) backgrounds. When we feel we belong, we feel less alone. Feeling valued, included, safe and ...

People need us right now and we need you. With your support we can provide vital help when disaster strikes.

Donate to a specific country or fund to support people in crisis. Help us reach people no matter who they are, no matter where the emergency is. Explore the following appeals to learn how your ...

The British Red Cross is the UK’s largest independent provider of services for refugees, asylum seekers, vulnerable migrants and survivors of trafficking. From volunteering to participating in a ...

We help anyone, anywhere in the UK and around the world, get the support they need if crisis strikes.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Reaching out to others may feel like a challenge at times and knowing where to look for advice is sometimes difficult. Explore our wellbeing resources to learn ...

British Airways is partnering with the British Red Cross to support its UK emergency response programme, so that we can continue to be there for people when crisis strikes. The British Red Cross ...