UKNoticeOfficial ✓June 30, 2026· GOV.UK
Asylum seekers will pay towards costs of accommodation
What happened
The UK government has decided that asylum seekers who are able to afford it will be required to "repay a flat-rate contribution towards the cost of their accommodation and support."
Why it matters
This policy aims to shift some of the financial burden for asylum seeker accommodation and support from the government. It will likely impact the financial situation of some asylum seekers, requiring them to contribute to their living costs.
Who it affects
- ›Asylum seekers
- ›Asylum seekers who can afford it
- ›UK government
Receipts
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