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Written question asked by Richard Drax (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 May 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 23 May 2023 (named day). It was answered by Robert Jenrick (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 May 2023 on behalf of the Home Office.


Asylum: Portland Port

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to the asylum accommodation on a vessel in Portland Port, what will happen to people accommodated on the vessel if their asylum claim is later unsuccessful.

Answer

Asylum seekers accommodated on the vessel whose claims are refused and have no further appeal rights will be removed from the UK. If people are granted asylum, we will work with local authorities across the UK to provide the support and appropriate accommodation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
184093
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Asylum Housing Portland Port
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk