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<p>There has been no change to policy.</p><p>Asylum seekers receiving support under
section 95 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 and in dispersed accommodation are
generally provided with accommodation and a cash allowance to cover other essential
living needs.</p><p> </p><p>For those in full board section 98 Initial Accommodation,
hotels or hostels, essential living expenses are covered and they do not therefore
receive a cash allowance. Where section 98 accommodation is self-catered they will
receive a cash amount to purchase their own food.</p><p>As a result of the Covid-19
crisis a higher proportion of asylum seekers than usual are being accommodated in
full-board hostels and hotels.</p>
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