The cost of asylum accommodation on the British taxpayer is too high. We have already reduced asylum costs by £1billion, but it is also right that we ask those who can contribute to do so.
Discussing the financial responsibility of asylum seekers.
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There is nothing fair about a system that is based upon uncontrolled, unsafe and illegal routes into this country.
This approach means those in need of protection arrive with the consent of communities and with the financial support of their sponsor, and not the taxpayer.
As soon as more information is available that is capable of being shared without compromising any future trial process, that will be done.
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