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Controversies and Developments in the UK: From Housing Crisis to Royal Reconciliation
Local Political Action Against Housing for Asylum Seekers
In a significant move, councilors in Epping, a town outside London, have unanimously voted in favor of the UK government shutting down two hotels that are currently being used to house asylum seekers. This decision comes amid growing local dissatisfaction and protests against the current approach to immigration accommodation. The cost of housing these asylum seekers has reached staggering heights, amounting to approximately £5.7 million per day, which is roughly 11.8 million Australian dollars. Such expenses have fueled public frustration, prompting protests and demands for change.