UK asylum claims drop slightly in 2025 as small boat arrivals rise by 13%

Full list of number of asylum seekers housed in Kent hotels in each area

The number of asylum seekers being housed temporarily in UK hotels has fallen to its lowest level for 18 months

How many asylum seekers are currently in hotels in Swindon and Wiltshire

The Labour government has previously pledged to stop using asylum hotels by the end of this Parliament – which would be 2029, if not earlier.

Asylum seeker webpage supports City of Sanctuary bid, says council leader

A COUNCIL webpage about asylum seekers supports Worcester’s goal to become a City of Sanctuary.

423 asylum seekers housed in hotels across Oxfordshire in 2026

There are a total of 423 asylum seekers housed temporarily in hotels across Oxfordshire, according to the latest figures.

As Europe readies tougher migration measures, this Greek island sees illegal crossings spike

TYMPAKI, Greece — An Israeli-built Heron 2 drone whirs off the tarmac on a new surveillance mission. The aircraft's sensors scan for boats along th...

As Europe readies tougher migration measures, a Greek island sees illegal crossings spike

The European Union border agency Frontex is focusing surveillance efforts on the Greek island of Crete