‘Where do I get that from?’: UK asylum seekers face hefty repayment bill
Summary
The UK government plans to charge asylum seekers a fixed fee of about £10,000 to repay the cost of support they receive during their application process. People like Frank, a Nigerian asylum seeker living rough in London, fear the repayment will be too expensive and push many into hiding.Key Facts
- Frank arrived in the UK in 2019 and is now seeking asylum because of safety concerns in Nigeria.
- He is currently homeless and works part-time under restricted conditions while waiting for a decision.
- The UK’s new Immigration and Asylum Bill requires some asylum seekers to repay £10,000 toward accommodation and support.
- Repayment applies to adults who earn above a certain financial threshold.
- Full repayment must be made before they can apply for settlement in the UK.
- The government says asylum support is both a right and a responsibility.
- Some asylum seekers fear the repayment will force them into hiding or poverty.
- Community members suggest alternatives like community service instead of large repayments.
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