The home secretary has announced that asylum seekers will be made to pay up to £10,000 towards the cost of their accommodation once they start earning.
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The home secretary has announced that asylum seekers will be made to pay up to £10,000 towards the cost of their accommodation once they start earning.
Shabana Mahmood said they must pay off the full amount before they can be eligible for settled status.
Eligible adults will likely pay off an amount each month above a set threshold – similar to a student loan.
Migrants need settled status, or indefinite leave to remain, to be able to permanently live, work, and study in the UK.
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The cash could be deducted from their pay cheques in monthly instalments once they get a job, similar to a student loan.
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