Government to ban asylum seekers from using taxis
Summary
The UK government will stop asylum seekers from using taxis for medical appointments starting in February, except in special cases. This decision comes after high costs were revealed for taxi journeys for asylum seekers. The government plans to use public transport instead and aims to reduce costs related to asylum services.Key Facts
- The UK government will ban asylum seekers from using taxis for medical visits starting in February.
- A BBC report found that some asylum seekers traveled long distances by taxi, with one case costing £600 for a 250-mile trip.
- The government spends about £15.8 million yearly on transport for asylum seekers.
- The Home Secretary stated that taxis will only be allowed in exceptional cases, such as for physical disabilities or pregnancy-related needs.
- There are plans to stop using hotels for asylum accommodation and shift to larger sites like military bases.
- Over 36,000 people currently live in asylum hotels in the UK, an increase since June.
- The government has made changes to the asylum system, making refugee status temporary and ending guaranteed housing support.
- Criticism has been raised about the rising costs of asylum accommodation contracts.
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