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The catalyst for much of this unrest involves the Bell Hotel in Eping, where a court recently ordered the relocation of asylum seekers following weeks of protests, some turning violent. The protest intensified after accusations against a resident—who denies any wrongdoing—highlighted how local communities see the hotels as sources of tension and social strain. Political decisions made by local authorities, often regarding planning rules and community safety, have made hotels housing asylum seekers flashpoints of unrest.