Asylum Claims Backlog 2024-07-29
2024-07-29
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The asylum system is facing a significant backlog of claims and appeals, costing billions of pounds.
What steps she is taking to tackle the asylum backlog. After 14 years of Conservative chaos, we inherited an unworkable system that costs billions. I am concerned about the backlog of asylum claims and appeals, which needs addressing to ensure swift, firm, and fair operation.
We inherited an unworkable asylum system that costs billions of pounds. We are determined to restore order so it operates swiftly, firmly and fairly. Additional caseworkers will be used to clear the backlog of claims and appeals while properly enforcing the rules.
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Did not address specifics on how additional caseworkers will operate or timelines for clearing the backlog.
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The Home Office is addressing the backlog of asylum claims, raising concerns about refugees' immediate needs post-status grant.
As the backlog is cleared, what steps will be taken to prevent homelessness and destitution among newly recognised refugees? Will the move-on period be extended to 56 days as per the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017?
We are aware of the need for a smooth transition between asylum accommodation and other accommodation for those granted leave to remain. We understand this issue, but we are considering it.
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Did not commit to extending the move-on period to 56 days.
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A significant majority support the right for successful asylum seekers to work, which could alleviate homelessness burdens on councils.
According to a 2022 YouGov poll, 81% of people support a right of asylum seekers to work. Currently, successful asylum seekers have no choice but to present as homeless due to inability to save for a deposit or prove an income. Some councils, such as Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council, support the “lift the ban” coalition. A right to work would reduce homelessness burden on councils and improve mental health of asylum seekers while helping them integrate and fill vacancies in our economy. Will the Minister work with Refugee Action to consider this?
The answer is to speed up the asylum system so that proper results are obtained faster, swiftly removing those without rights and integrating and enabling work for those who do.
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Did not address working with Refugee Action or considering a right to work after six months.
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