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Written question asked by David Simmonds (Conservative) on Monday, 31 March 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 April 2025. It was answered by Seema Malhotra (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 April 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.


Resettlement: Chagossians

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she has had discussions with local authorities on the potential impact of migrants from the Chagos Islands on levels of service provision.

Answer

The Home Office has made funding available to support local authorities in meeting their statutory duties in relation to Chagossian British citizens arriving in the UK. Alongside other responsible departments, the Home Office continues to engage in discussions and work with the local authorities most impacted by the arrival of Chagossian British citizens in the UK.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
42870
Session
2024-26
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Local government services Resettlement Chagossians
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk