Asylum Housing Plans Surpass Hotel Costs, Says Watchdog

The UK government's asylum accommodation strategy is expected to cost £46 million more than utilizing hotels, according to the National Audit Office.

Government's alternative asylum housing to cost £46 million more than using hotels, with major projects housing fewer migrants than anticipated.
Only two of the four planned accommodation sites are operational, housing around 900 people, far below the target numbers.
The Home Office has incurred increased risks and losses by rapidly advancing its large site plans, despite challenges.
Labour criticizes the government's asylum system management, citing staggering costs and inefficiencies.
The Home Office insists on the value of its plan, aiming to reduce hotel use and implement the Safety of Rwanda Bill.