Written Question·Home Office·UIN 19721
Asylum: Syria
Tabled: 12 December 2024
Answered: 17 December 2024
Named DayQuestion
Chris Philp
Conservative — Croydon South
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs on returning Syrians (a) seeking and (b) granted asylum if that country becomes safe.
Answer
Dame Angela EagleThe Home Office acted swiftly to pause decisions on Syrian asylum claims whilst we assess the current situation. We keep all country guidance relating to asylum claims under constant review so we can respond to emerging issues.