Martin Ford 29 August 2024

Call for council role in asylum housing

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A call has been made for a more prominent role for local government in asylum accommodation.

The charity Refugee Action suggested responsibility should be devolved to local authorities amid concerns over the quality of housing and profit levels among private contractors.

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