We submitted our written evidence to the Home Affairs Committee Inquiry into asylum accommodation.
Based on the evidence gathered as a result of our casework, outreach, and engagement with asylum seekers residing in Home Office accommodation, we welcome the UK Government commitment to the closure of asylum hotels.
We believe the current system of accommodating asylum seekers in remote institutional accommodation structures, away from specialised services and support, is costly, ineffective, and presents a threat to the human rights of asylum seekers throughout the country. It is putting a strain on already under-funded and stretched public services, while isolating and risking the re-traumatisation of an especially vulnerable population. We proposed a series of recommendations to address these issues.
Read more: 25.02.03-Written-Evidence-Asylum-Accommodation-JustRight-Scotland.pdf
