UK asylum seekers could owe £10,000 for support

UK asylum seekers may face a 10,000-pound bill for their support. This plan is criticized by refugees and NGOs as punitive. The government states the charge applies to adults with funds, collected monthly, and required before settlement. Critics argue it ignores asylum seekers' low incomes and could push them into exploitative work. The policy is part of a broader trend of viewing migrants as liabilities. Advocates suggest faster processing and better infrastructure would enable earlier contributions.