"Shabana Mahmood is expected to announce changes to Britain's asylum system on Monday in an attempt to quell rising fears about immigration. The home secretary plans to amend laws that guarantee housing and financial support to asylum seekers who would otherwise be destitute. The government said assistance will become discretionary, meaning it will be able to deny help to those who can work or have assets."
"She added: This country has a proud tradition of welcoming those fleeing danger, but our generosity is drawing illegal migrants across the Channel. The pace and scale of migration is placing immense pressure on communities. However, the majority of asylum seekers currently receiving support are unlikely to be affected. Government sources said rules that mean most asylum seekers are not allowed to have jobs will not change."
The home secretary plans to amend laws so that housing and financial assistance for asylum seekers who would otherwise be destitute becomes discretionary. The reforms aim to curb illegal migration and restore perceived control and fairness to the system. Assistance can be denied to asylum seekers who can work or who possess assets. Most people currently receiving support are unlikely to be affected, and existing rules preventing most asylum seekers from working will remain. Around 100,000 people receive asylum support in the UK, with the majority accommodated by the state and about a third still in hotels.
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