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Written question asked by Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 6 July 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 July 2023 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Dines (Conservative) on Wednesday, 12 July 2023 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.


Asylum: Equality

Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, whether she has had recent discussions with the Secretary of State for the Home Department on support for asylum seekers with protected characteristics.

Answer

Everybody has a protected characteristic.

In supporting individuals and where it is required, we have an obligation to provide accommodation which is adequate to their needs, which may or may not be on account of protected characteristics.

Accommodation providers are required to take account of specific requirements from individuals who have specific characteristics including sexual and gender identity.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
905960
Session
2022-23
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Asylum Equality
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk