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Astonishing cost of asylum: Home Office confirms each claim costs the taxpayer £18,700
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The cost of processing asylum claims is a significant aspect of the UK's immigration system, with the government providing support to individuals while their claims are being considered. The figure of £18,700 per claim highlights the financial burden on taxpayers, which can be influenced by various factors including the length of time claims take to process and the number of appeals lodged. The breakdown of these costs, including accommodation and living expenses, provides insight into the complexities of asylum claim processing.
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Astonishing cost of asylum: Home Office confirms each claim costs the taxpayer £18,700
The average sum includes the cost of providing accommodation and living costs, as well as the sums spent on processing claims and any legal appeals.
1 Jul, 23:22