Urgent protections needed for asylum seekers in hotels, say refugee groups
Briefly

The coordinated letter from 54 refugee organisations emphasizes the urgent need for clear hotel evacuation protocols for asylum seekers, particularly in light of recent violent attacks.
The letter calls for an end to the use of hotels for asylum seekers and suggests that accommodations should shift to community settings to ensure their safety.
Questions regarding the protection of asylum seekers at hotels arise after violent riots were permitted to unfold, despite prior warnings of planned attacks by far-right activists.
Mears, the accommodation contractor, stated they follow safety protocols which include police involvement, but many have questioned the adequacy of these measures during the attacks.
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