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is a pioneering partnership that aims to prevent and mitigate homelessness and destitution among those with No Recourse to Public funds/other restrictions on their eligibility for statutory supports as a result of their migration status. Fair Way Scotland addresses gaps in service delivery for individuals who traditionally fall through the cracks of the social welfare system. I-SPHERE are the of the partnership, providing new data on the needs and circumstances of this exceptionally vulnerable group and demonstrating the services and policy responses required to improve them.

The project uses a case management approach, ensuring that individuals have access to housing, healthcare, and employment support through a single, coordinated framework. By providing holistic support, the project aims to improve long-term outcomes for some of the most vulnerable members of society.

This initiative is particularly significant for its emphasis on personalisation and multi-agency collaboration, ensuring that people receive the help they need from the right services at the right time. Fair Way Scotland is designed to be scalable, offering a model that could be replicated across other regions to address severe disadvantage more effectively.

The evaluation provides new empirical data allowing an understanding of the needs, circumstances and experiences of those with No Recourse to Public funds/other restrictions on their eligibility for statutory supports, as well as showing the difference that Fair Ways integrated service offer makes to this exceptionally disadvantaged group.

The Institute for Social Policy, Housing, Equalities Research ) is renowned for its interdisciplinary research on poverty, housing, and social inequality. By uniting experts across fields such as social policy, law, and public health, I-SPHERE creates impactful research that addresses the root causes of disadvantage.

½­ÄÏÌåÓý’s institute collaborates extensively with third-sector organisations, government bodies, and other research institutions, ensuring that its findings inform both policy and practice. I-SPHERE’s work is a key part of ½­ÄÏÌåÓý University’s broader mission to address global challenges through innovative and inclusive research initiatives.