In 2024, asylum claims in the UK surpassed previous highs, reaching 108,138, an increase of 18% from 2023 and almost double 2021's figures. This growth coincides with more arrivals via small boats, despite some decline compared to 2022. The UK now ranks fifth in asylum seekers within the 'EU plus' area, with significant concerns regarding the backlog of asylum decisions, which remains higher than pre-2022 levels. Additionally, the number of citizenship grants surged, reflecting a shifting dynamic in immigration and asylum policies during government transitions.
The newly released figures suggest asylum claims in the UK were at their highest level since records began in 1979, reflecting increasing pressures on the immigration system.
Behind today's numbers are real men, women and children who have been forced to flee their homes. Too many are making perilous journeys to find safety.
The UK now receives the fifth largest number of asylum seekers in the 'EU plus' area amidst growing calls for the government to cut the asylum decision backlog.
The increase in citizenship granted has spiked dramatically in recent years, with numbers rising from 130,568 in 2020 to 269,621 in 2024.
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