How will these resources help you?

Most resources on the history of emigration focus on those who left and on the impact they had on their destination. Less well known are the stories of those who were left behind in Britain, often enduring great social and economic hardship. These resources offer teachers an opportunity to look at an established topic from a different angle, uncovering histories that have remained largely hidden until recently. Students could also consider the modern-day impact that Brexit has had on migration and how it may alter migration opportunities in the future. The topic also provides a great opportunity for students to carry out research into their families’ migration histories.