Skip to main content

Written question asked by Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 23 September 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 October 2021 (named day). It was answered by Priti Patel (Conservative) on Monday, 18 October 2021 on behalf of the Home Office.


Asylum: Afghanistan

Question

What assessment she has made of the adequacy of her Department’s provision for Afghans seeking asylum in the UK following the Taliban’s resurgence in Afghanistan.

Answer

This country has a proud history of providing sanctuary to those in need. Our swift and generous response to the crisis in Afghanistan is no exception.

The Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy has relocated around 7,000 Locally Employed Staff and their family members since late June, while the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme will provide up to 20,000 people at risk with a safe and legal route to the UK.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
903775
Session
2021-22
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Asylum Afghanistan Taliban
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk