The Treasury has conceded that the accommodation of migrants in hotels will persist for years, primarily due to ongoing global instability and pressures on housing supply. This acknowledgment contradicts the Government's earlier pledge to reduce costs by eliminating the use of hotels for asylum seekers. Current spending on migrant accommodation reflects a significant increase, with the average cost per asylum seeker rising dramatically. The document highlights challenges ahead, while the Government remains committed to building more homes to alleviate the crisis.
Taxpayers are now footing a £41,000 bill for each asylum seeker, up from £17,000 in 2020, highlighting the escalating costs associated with migrant accommodation.
Demand for short-term residential accommodation is expected to remain over the coming years due to global instability and pressures on housing supply.
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