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<p>If any asylum seeker would otherwise be destitute they are provided with accommodation
and a weekly allowance to cover their essential living needs, although the allowance
is not provided if they are accommodated in a full-board facility.</p><p> </p><p>The
level of the weekly standard allowance from 15 June 2020 is £39.60. The allowance
is also provided to asylum seekers who have adequate accommodation provided by their
families or friends but need help to cover their essential living needs. Council tax
and utilities are also paid for, and free NHS healthcare and education for their children
are provided.</p>
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