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.
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There is nothing fair about a system that is based upon uncontrolled, unsafe and illegal routes into this country.
I know this is deeply concerning news for British Muslims. We must stand against hatred and we must unite around our shared belief in a country that is open, generous and tolerant to all our communities.
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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