Summary
A company called Clearsprings Ready Homes made nearly £187 million in profits from government contracts to house asylum seekers. Despite earning money, the company faces complaints about bad living conditions, such as poor food and limited supplies. Clearsprings serves about 30,000 asylum seekers in southern England, London, and Wales.
Key Facts
- Clearsprings Ready Homes has made almost £187 million in profits since 2019.
- The company holds a 10-year contract with the UK Home Office to house asylum seekers.
- The expected cost of these contracts increased from £4.5 billion to £15 billion.
- Clearsprings is expected to receive £7 billion for its services through these contracts.
- There are allegations of poor living conditions, such as "inedible" food and rationed supplies.
- The company said more hotels and migrants have led to higher contract values.
- Clearsprings houses about 30,000 asylum seekers in southern England, London, and Wales.
- There are reports of bad hygiene and inadequate nutrition at the accommodation sites.
