Number of asylum seekers at ex-RAF base in Essex to rise by more than 50%

Home Office to move 445 more people to MDP Wethersfield site, scene of previous anti-migrant protests

The Home Office is increasing the number of asylum seekers accommodated at a controversial military base by more than 50%.

There are about 800 asylum seekers housed at the remote former RAF base MDP Wethersfield in Essex and the Home Office is moving in 445 more.