Single adult male asylum seekers who refuse to move out of hotels into suitable alternative accommodation may risk becoming homeless. The Home Office has introduced new guidance stating that individuals not complying with moves from hotels face evictions and a withdrawal of financial support. The government is aiming to reduce hotel usage for asylum seekers by 2029, responding to rising numbers in hotels since 2020. Recent demonstrations reflect public pressure regarding asylum accommodation management, particularly with over 50,000 individuals currently in hotels.
Single adult male asylum seekers who refuse to move out of hotels into alternative accommodation may risk homelessness under new Home Office guidance. The government aims to house destitute asylum seekers efficiently, citing hundreds of refusals weekly and mounting pressure to reduce hotel usage.
The government plans to end the use of hotels for asylum seekers by 2029, having seen a significant increase in hotel populations since 2020. In 2023, over 50,000 individuals were housed in hotels, with guidance detailing potential evictions for those failing to comply.
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