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Member
Speaking in the House of Lords on 21 April 2026
Debate
Immigration and Asylum (Provision of Accommodation to Failed Asylum-Seekers) (Amendment) Regulations 2026Contribution
Yet again, I say that most asylum seekers do not want to be a burden; they want to work and to contribute to society. It is really important that the development of the proposals includes lifting the ban on working for a year. Could we make it six months, as that was the direction we were going in? Could we make it possible for asylum seekers to work in occupations and at levels that will make use of their skills and experience? The immigration salary list has been mentioned.
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