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Asylum: Greater London

Asked by David SimmondsConservativeHome OfficeTabled Answered 7 April 2025UIN 42879

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions she has had with the Mayor of London on supporting London boroughs to house asylum seekers.

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle

The Home Office is working closely with a range of stakeholders to fulfil its statutory obligations, while seeking to reduce the overall cost of asylum accommodation for the taxpayer.

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