Written question asked by Lord German (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 13 September 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 27 September 2023. It was answered by Lord Murray of Blidworth (Conservative) on Tuesday, 26 September 2023 on behalf of the Home Office.

Asylum

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact on (1) refugees, and (2) local authorities, of starting the move-on period for refugees granted asylum at the point they receive notice of their asylum decision instead of when they receive their Biometric Residence Permit.

Answer: An individual remains eligible for asylum support for a prescribed period from the day they are notified of the decision on their asylum claim. Where someone is given notice that their asylum claim has been granted, their appeal has been allowed or their asylum claim has been refused but they have been given leave to enter or remain, the prescribed period in legislation is 28 days. Individuals should make plans to move on from asylum support as quickly as possible. Migrant Help are available to provide ‘Move On’ support, which includes advice on accessing jobs, housing and benefits.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL10146
Session: 2022-23
Related items: Asylum
Wednesday, 25 October 2023
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects: Asylum Biometric residence permits
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk