The leader of Glasgow council has warned of 'disastrous' consequences if thousands of refugees head to Scotland when Labour kicks them out of migrant hotels in England.
The SNP-run authority has long promoted Glasgow as a sanctuary city that welcomes everyone - reflecting the party's broader attempt to contrast its immigration stance to the 'cruel' policies enacted by Westminster.
But with services in Scotland's second city under strain following a record number of arrivals, it is now sounding the alarm and begging for more money from the British government.
Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken said the pressure could become unbearable due to Labour's decision to cut the amount of time migrants granted asylum can stay in official accommodation - including hotels - from 56 days to 28.
She believes this could prompt large numbers of refugees to head to Scotland due to its policy of guaranteeing everyone a legal right to housing. English councils are required only to house those in 'priority need', such as parents with children.
