Scuffles, arrests as protesters across UK rally against asylum hotels
Summary
Protests occurred across the United Kingdom as activists demanded the government stop using hotels to house asylum seekers. These protests led to confrontations with anti-racism groups, resulting in some arrests. The events coincided with a court decision blocking the use of a hotel in Essex for asylum seekers, which the government plans to appeal.Key Facts
- Protests took place in cities across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland against using hotels for asylum seekers.
- Counter-protests by anti-racism groups occurred, causing scuffles and requiring police intervention.
- In Liverpool, police arrested 11 people for offences such as being drunk, disorderly, and assault.
- A UK high court temporarily blocked a hotel in Essex from housing asylum seekers after protests.
- The UK government plans to appeal the court's decision.
- The Labour government faces criticism as migrant numbers have reached record highs.
- The Home Office reported over 50,000 migrants and asylum seekers crossed the English Channel in the past year.
- About 32,345 asylum seekers were living in hotels in the UK as of the end of March 2023.
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