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<p>Full dispersal is a key priority for the Home Office, as well as the Government
and aims to achieve a more fair and equitable accommodation spread of asylum seekers
across the UK. We are committed to working closely with communities and stakeholders
to ensure destitute asylum seekers are housed in safe, secure and suitable accommodation,
and that they are treated with dignity while their asylum claim is considered.</p><p>
</p><p>There are monthly regional governance meetings, which offer an avenue for collaboration
and opportunities for the Home Office, Accommodation providers, and local authorities
to engage, drive progress and monitor the procurement of dispersed accommodation.</p><p>
</p><p>The Home Office agreed Full Dispersal Allocation Plans for every local authority
and region in the UK, including Scotland and Wales, for 2023. The Home Office is exploring
how to improve plans for 2024 and beyond, and local authorities will be contacted
as soon as possible to discuss this in more detail.</p><p>It is recognised that housing
asylum seekers, alongside the challenges of domestic homelessness, has further stretched
local council services. In recognition of these pressures the Government has a significant
funding package for local authorities who help to support asylum seekers in their
area.</p>
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