Home Office planning to halve time asylum seekers given to find accommodation
by Diane Taylor from World news | The Guardian on (#6ZKFQ)
Charities sound alarm over plan to give asylum seekers just 28 days to find new housing once they have a decision on their case
Refugee charities warn that thousands of people in the UK could find themselves homeless on the streets this winter after the Home Office quietly reversed its asylum accommodation policy.
The Guardian has learned that ministers are planning to halve the period asylum seekers are given to find new accommodation after getting a decision on their case, from 56 to 28 days. Refugee organisations say this is not enough time to find work and a home to rent and will lead to many people pitching tents in the streets.
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