Khow suey (or khausay) is a curried noodle dish with links to Myanmar, India and Pakistan 🍛 Travel journalist Queenie Shaikh finds it in London, and explores the histories that created the dish, along with its importance for identity in diasporic Memon communities. Read the latest on our blog 👇

Searching for Pakistan’s best-kept food secret in London

A border-crossing dish that originated in Myanmar and became a Karachi classic, khausay provides a window into the history and culture of the Memon community in the UK, Pakistan and beyond.

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Home Office figures released today show that hate crimes have reached a new record level. In the year ending March 2026, racially-motivated hate crime increased by 9% compared to last year, with a 13% increase in religiously motivated hate crime.

Hate crime, England and Wales, year ending March 2026

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Chuffed to be shortlisted for Consumer Writer of the Year at the Travel Media Awards for my pieces on In Patagonia, South America’s Islamic heritage & London’s South Asian history for Condé Nast Traveller, @hyphenonline.com & the @runnymedetrust.bsky.social 🎉 travelmediaawards.com/travelmediaa...

Domestic abuse affects one in four women in England and Wales. But its impact is not evenly felt, with Black, Asian and minoritised women facing disproportionate barriers to safety and recovery.

Two new roles are now open to applications! 🚨 Are you skilled in charity fundraising or workplace culture? We're recruiting for a Senior Fundraising & Grants Manager, and a People & Culture Manager, to support our operations and advance our racial justice work. App deadline is Mon 21 Sept, 09.00 ⏰

Last chance to apply! 🚨 We're currently hiring the following roles: 💰 Director of Finance & Operations 📢 Head of Communications 💻 Project Manager The final application deadline is at 5pm today (Mon 24 Aug) ⏰

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Runnymede is the UK's leading independent race equality think tank.

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We're hiring! 🚨 Three positions are currently open to applications at the Runnymede Trust: Director of Finance & Operations, Head of Communications, and Project Manager. The deadline for applications is Monday 24 August 2026, 5pm BST. Find out more and apply on our website ✍

Careers | The Runnymede Trust

Runnymede is the UK's leading independent race equality think tank.

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Our love and deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jason Arday. Jason was a trustee of the Runnymede Trust for three terms, concluding his service in 2024. His death is personal to us, and we are all reeling from this news.

We are proud to have added our name to this letter calling for a national anti-racist strategy. Andy Burnham must take action NOW.

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

Which avenues of community organising have been the most successful, and how can we learn from them in our current & future endeavours? The latest report from Power to Prosper explores examples of community organising, collective action & community wealth-building that can inform action today 🔗

‘We have built before. We can do it again’

Communities of colour have always organised, built assets and created solutions to economic injustice, yet often these histories are overlooked. The latest Power to Prosper report redresses the balanc...

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"A home has become like a luxury item" How London's broken housing system is failing people of colour Excellent new report from @runnymedetrust.bsky.social - and yet more proof why we need to turn our houses back into homes, not financial assets 🏠

"A home has become like a luxury item": How London's broken housing system is failing people of colour

We tackle poverty and inequality in London

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This call to ban non-EU ‘foreign nationals’ from social housing is yet further advancement of far-right, anti-immigration narratives. Not only would it be clearly racialised, but it does nothing to solve the structural problems with the housing system caused by decades of under-investment.

Conservatives pledge to ban foreign nationals from social housing

They claim around 230,000 homes would become available under their plan to limit social housing entitlements.

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🗣️ "The two-tier housing system harms millions of people and reproduces racial injustice, impoverishing us all". Authors Serena Robinson and Carol Sidney discuss their latest report, 'Homes, not harm', on the Runnymede blog. Supported by @trustforlondon.bsky.social

Homes, not harm

The Runnymede Trust’s new Homes, not harm report examines the links between housing, health and wealth in London through the lens of race and ethnicity. It finds a two-tier system.

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This country needs a national anti-racism strategy. For too long successive governments have fuelled division towards migrants and refugees in their rhetoric & policies. Alongside +100 other orgs, we joined @runnymedetrust.bsky.social to call on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to take urgent action.

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

Successive recent governments have emboldened racist hatred through inflammatory rhetoric and cruel policy. This time must be different - we're proud to join @runnymedetrust.bsky.social and 100+ other organisations calling for a national anti-racism strategy.

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new PM is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams. Our Head of Policy tells the @bigissue.com why Andy Burnham needs to introduce national antiracism strategy ✍️

Why Britain needs an anti-racism strategy right now

An anti-racism strategy is needed in the UK to address rising racist violence and online hate speech, says Runnymede Trust's Stephen Walcott.

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We are proud to join more than 100 organisations in signing this letter calling on the Prime Minister to develop & implement a cross‑governmental anti‑racism strategy & delivery framework that advances racial justice across all policy areas. Thanks to @runnymedetrust.bsky.social for co‑ordinating!

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

Racism continues to affect people's health, wellbeing and opportunities. That's why we're supporting @runnymedetrust.bsky.social's call for a national anti-racism strategy to help create healthier, fairer communities. www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories...

Trust joins call for a national anti-racism strategy

People's Health Trust has joined more than 100 organisations to call on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to commit to a national anti-racism strategy.

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The fear and harm that racism is bringing into our communities has not only been ignored but, too often, fuelled by successive Governments. Andy Burnham must do better. We're very proud to have joined this urgent call for a national anti-racist strategy.

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

🗣️"From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams." Urgent change is needed NOW ⬇️

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Tackling racism will benefit us all, from fairer institutions, to more equitable wealth distribution, creating healthy communities where everyone has the ability to prosper. Read the full open letter on our website 🔗

‼️ We’ve joined over 100 orgs calling on the new to set a new direction for this country, one that no longer fuels racist hatred, but instead makes people feel safe and proud to live here.

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

We've joined 100+ organisations in signing @runnymedetrust.bsky.social's important letter to the new Prime Minister. Together, we're urging Andy Burnham to to implement a national antiracism strategy. Read the full letter ➡️ www.runnymedetrust.org/news/open-le...

Open letter calling on the Prime Minister to implement a national antiracism strategy

Over 100 organisations are urging the Prime Minister to commit to developing and implementing a cross-governmental anti-racism strategy.

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Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

We’re proud to join @runnymedetrust.bsky.social and 100+ organisations calling for a national anti-racism strategy. Now is the time for meaningful action to tackle racism and build a fairer future. www.runnymedetrust.org/news/open-le...

Open letter calling on the Prime Minister to implement a national antiracism strategy

Over 100 organisations are urging the Prime Minister to commit to developing and implementing a cross-governmental anti-racism strategy.

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We, along with more than 100 other organisations, are proud to join with @runnymedetrust.bsky.social in calling on the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, to commit to tackling the "normalisation" of racism we are seeing on the streets of the UK. www.runnymedetrust.org/news/open-le...

Open letter calling on the Prime Minister to implement a national antiracism strategy

Over 100 organisations are urging the Prime Minister to commit to developing and implementing a cross-governmental anti-racism strategy.

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We’ve joined over 100 organisations calling on the Prime Minister to implement a national anti-racism strategy. Too many people now feel less safe and less confident in our shared future. The government has an opportunity to set a new direction, and it is vital that it does so.

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Tackling racism will benefit us all, from fairer institutions, to more equitable wealth distribution, creating healthy communities where everyone has the ability to prosper. Read the full open letter on our website 🔗

We’re proud to join over 100 organisations calling on the Prime Minister @andyburnham.bsky.social to implement a national anti-racism strategy. 🖊️ “Your government has an opportunity to set a new direction, and it is vital that it does so.”

Runnymede Trust@runnymedetrust.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Tackling racism will benefit us all, from fairer institutions, to more equitable wealth distribution, creating healthy communities where everyone has the ability to prosper. Read the full open letter on our website 🔗

From widespread racist violence, to attacks on places of worship and burning down homes and businesses of people of colour, our new Prime Minister is inheriting a country which is ripping at the seams.

We're glad to see the back of these plans. Digital ID would disproportionately affect racially minoritised communities, which is why we've consistently opposed it. @bigbrotherwatch.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on 'helping with cost of living'

A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.

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You don't want to miss this last episode - trust us 👇 Catch the brilliant Temi Mwale in the final instalment of Unpacked: Young people and violence with Richie Brave. Watch on YouTube (youtu.be/y3p04g8U2co) or listen wherever you get your podcasts (rss.com/podcasts/unp...)

“These stories tell us more about our mixed identities, the structural and cultural forces that shape them, and how Britain continues to rapidly change.” Read Lucas Fothergill's latest article on our Race Matters blog 🔗

Exploring Britain’s mixed-race history

Britain’s mixed-race history has long been overlooked: it’s time we explored this major part of our national story, writes Lucas Fothergill, a documentary filmmaker and author of Everyone Everywhere.

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