Behind the doors of asylum hotels - what I found when I went inside
Summary
The article investigates life inside asylum hotels in the UK, where many asylum seekers live temporarily while waiting for their cases to be resolved. Residents often cook in their rooms due to dissatisfaction with the hotel-provided meals, despite safety risks. The UK government plans to end the use of asylum hotels by 2029, amid protests and increasing scrutiny.Key Facts
- Journalists are typically not allowed inside asylum hotels; this investigation was conducted with insider help.
- Many asylum seekers cook in their rooms, preferring home-cooked meals over hotel food.
- The UK government plans to stop using asylum hotels by 2029.
- In 2023, the number of people living in asylum hotels was about 32,000, down from 51,000.
- Some residents have waited nearly a decade for their cases to be decided.
- Protests have occurred following incidents involving hotel residents, including a case of sexual assault.
- Hotels show signs of long-term occupancy, impacting room conditions and public perceptions.
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