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Written question asked by Rupert Lowe (Restore Britain) on Friday, 10 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 July 2026. It was answered by Alex Norris (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.

Asylum: Shropshire

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what criteria were used in assessing the suitability of the Stoke Heath development for asylum accommodation; what assessment was made of local transport links, access to healthcare, educational provision and other public services; and if she will publish that assessment.

Answer

The Home Secretary directly intervened to stop migrants being moved into the Stoke Heath development in Shropshire and no asylum seekers remain on site.

The Home Secretary has introduced a robust process which means that under the enhanced assurance and governance framework, newbuild sites such as the Stoke Heath development would not meet the criteria for use to house asylum seekers.

Decisions on locations are made following a robust consultation process which takes into account access to services, availability of GPs and dentists as well as education, healthcare and other local services before the Home Office commits to any accommodation.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17861
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Asylum Housing Infrastructure Shropshire
Link
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