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politics2 years ago

Bibby Stockholm: Health Risks and Delays Plague UK Migrant Barge Plan

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reaffirmed the government's commitment to using the Bibby Stockholm barge to house asylum seekers, despite recent health concerns. Last week, 39 asylum seekers were removed from the barge due to the presence of Legionella bacteria in the water system. Sunak stated that it was necessary to conduct thorough checks to ensure the health and well-being of those being accommodated. The barge is seen as a cost-effective alternative to hotels for housing asylum seekers while their claims are processed. The government plans to eventually house up to 500 men on the vessel, but further tests for Legionella bacteria are pending. Sunak emphasized the need to find alternatives to hotel accommodations, which currently cost taxpayers £6 million per day. The government aims to house asylum seekers in locations such as the barge and former military sites, but faces legal challenges, local opposition, and logistical issues. The European Commission has reportedly ruled out a bilateral returns agreement with the UK, favoring an EU-level approach, according to leaked memos.

via BBC|
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immigration2 years ago

Bibby Stockholm: Uncertainty and Safety Concerns Surround Migrant Barge Arrivals

The UK government has not provided a timeframe for when asylum seekers will be housed on the Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset, as final safety checks are still being carried out. Transport minister Richard Holden stated that the checks will take as long as necessary to ensure everything is done correctly. The government plans to use barges to accommodate male migrants in an effort to reduce costs, with hopes of expanding the scheme to other areas. However, opposition and safety concerns may hinder the increased use of barges.

via BBC|
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immigration2 years ago

Controversial migrant barge arrives in Portland, sparking clashes and debate

A barge named Bibby Stockholm, intended to house 500 single male asylum seekers, has docked in Portland Port, Dorset, amid protests from local residents and human rights groups. The arrival of the barge coincided with the progress of the government's Illegal Migration Bill, which aims to outlaw asylum claims via illegal routes and transfer them to third countries. The government argues that using vessels as alternative accommodation for asylum seekers is cheaper than hotels, but opponents criticize the conditions and consider it inhumane. The barge will house adult males in the latter stages of their asylum applications for approximately three to six months.

via BBC|
#asylum-seekers#bibby-stockholm#immigration