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U.K. asylum system tests Burnham’s push for more public control
The Japan Times✓
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Private companies currently manage a significant portion of the United Kingdom's asylum process, handling tasks that range from initial intake to the removal of rejected applicants. This heavy reliance on commercial contractors forms part of a massive asylum system that required an estimated $6.6 billion during the 2024 to 2025 period. The situation presents a direct policy challenge for Andy Burnham as he advocates for increased public sector oversight and control.
WHY IT MATTERS
This story matters because it highlights the ongoing political and financial tension between utilizing private contractors and establishing public control within a multibillion-dollar government immigration system.
From processing new asylum seekers to deporting failed applicants, private firms play a dominant role in a system that cost an estimated $6.6 billion in 2024-25.
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