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Asylum: Finance

Asked by David SimmondsConservativeHome OfficeTabled Answered 25 April 2025UIN 42876

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent discussions she has had with local authorities in (a) London and (b) England on the adequacy of funding to support asylum seekers.

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle

The Home Office is in regular contact with local authorities throughout the country in relation to the accommodation and other support provided to asylum seekers in each area.

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