Friends, Families and Travellers

20/08/2026

Too many Gypsy and Traveller families face barriers to affordable insurance simply because of where they live.

Following our research into insurance access for Gypsy and Traveller site residents, we've written to the Financial Conduct Authority and the Treasury calling for an investigation into potential insurance discrimination and stronger oversight of insurers.

Read the letters >https://www.gypsy-traveller.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/HMTreasury_FFT_insurance-on-sites.pdf

https://www.gypsy-traveller.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Response-to-FCA_FFT_Aug2026.pdf

18/08/2026

Did you know that Irish Travellers are at least seven times more likely to die by su***de compared to the general population?

FFT holding an online webinar on Su***de Prevention for Gypsy and Traveller people on 10 September 2026, 10am-1pm.

The session will explore increased risks for mental health illnesses and provide practical steps for recognising warning signs and responding to someone in crisis to help improve access to culturally appropriate support.

Book your place now:

Join Friends, Families and Travellers this Su***de Prevention Month for a 3-hour training session exploring su***de prevention and self-harm

17/08/2026

⏰CLOSING FRIDAY 21 AUGUST⏰

Have your say on the development of Gypsy and Traveller sites in Haringey! 👇

04/08/2026

Alongside over 100 other organisations, we wrote to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging the government to commit to developing the UK's first national anti-racism strategy.

The letter was coordinated by Runnymede Trust and marks two years since the racist riots that followed the Southport attacks, in the wake of the recent racist violence that took place in Belfast last month.

More: https://www.runnymedetrust.org/news/open-letter-national-antiracist-strategy

See letter 👇

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

03/08/2026

📢 Haringey Gypsy and Travellers Call for Sites 2026 is now open

Do you know of land that could be used for Gypsy and Travellers pitches or transit stopping places?

Haringey Council is inviting landowners, developers, residents and other stakeholders to suggest suitable sites as part of its new Local Plan.

📝 Submit your site suggestion using the Call for Sites form and email it to [email protected] with the subject line: "Gypsy and Travellers Call for Sites 2026".

Deadline: 21 August 2026, 11:59pm.

Find out more and access the form:

02/08/2026

Today marks Roma and Sinti Genocide Remembrance Day.

We remember the Roma and Sinti people who were killed under the N**i regime and survivors dealing with the long lasting impacts.

This is a day for reflection, learning from the past, and looking towards a better future for all.

31/07/2026

Want to hear more about our work around hepatitis and improving acess to care within Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities? 👩‍⚕️

We're holding a webinar to discuss the resources we have developed, along with insights from our community engagement on 1 September, 11am-12:30pm.

Book free place:

In this webinar we will share our progress raising hepatitis awareness and improving access for Gypsy and Traveller communities.

29/07/2026

Do you know what measles is and how to protect against it?

🎥Watch our video below, co-produced with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people, to find out what happens if you catch measles, and how to protect you and your family.

Remember, everyone has the right to make their own informed decisions.

TikTok | Make Your Day

16/07/2026

Are you a Gypsy or Traveller who has had bowel, lung or breast cancer, or cared for someone who has?

🩺 We are looking to speak to people living in England with experience or knowledge of barriers to cancer care as part of online group sessions.

Everyone who takes part will receive a Tesco voucher for each session attended as a thank you for their time.

✉️Email [email protected] to take part.

15/07/2026

We are pleased to see that our work addressing maternity and education inequalities faced by Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people is featured in Race Equality Engagement Group's new report, 'One year of action'.

The group, of which our CEO Sarah Mann is part of, was set up last year to strengthen
relationships between the government and minority ethnic communities.

Read:https://www.gypsy-traveller.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Race-Equality-Engagement-Group-One-Year-of-Action.pdf