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United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to the Immigration and Asylum Bill 2026: Impact Assessment, published on 30 June 2026, what estimate has been made of the average number of dependants assumed for each successful Articl
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to the Government press release entitled Thirteen asylum hotels exited and returned to local communities, published on 12 August 2026, what information her Department holds on whether t
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to the Government press release entitled Thirteen asylum hotels exited and returned to local communities, published on 12 August 2026, what assessment has been made of the condition of
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to the Government press release entitled Thirteen asylum hotels exited and returned to local communities, published on 12 August 2026, whether the Government expects to make any payment
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will prevent newly built homes intended to meet local housing need from being procured by Home Office contractors for use as asylum accommodation.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she plans to make Palestinians in Gaza eligible for the new Named Community Sponsorship route.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential implications for her policies of findings from high-stakes test providers that have removed or restricted remote testing on security and
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the reasons for the North West region being the region with the highest number of asylum seekers in receipt of Home Office support by Local Authority.
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 26 August 2026
Stand van zaken Jeugdgezondheidszorg (JGZ) voor kinderen in de asielopvang
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 25 August 2026
Het bericht 'Oostenrijk stuurt asielzoekers met openbaar vervoer terug naar Italië dankzij nieuwe regels: hoeveel zullen er volgen?'
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 24 August 2026
Germany · German Bundestag · 21 August 2026
Germany · German Bundestag · 21 August 2026
France · National Assembly · 18 August 2026
M. Michel Guiniot appelle l'attention de M. le ministre de l'Europe et des affaires étrangères sur le souhait formulé par la Commission européenne d'exclure les hommes en âge de combattre de la protection accordée au réfugiés ukrainiens dans l'Union européenne. La Commission européenne a, le 26 juin 2026, proposé d'exclure les hommes de 23 à 60 ans qui déposent une première demande d'asile. Cette exclusion serait à la demande des autorités ukrainiennes. Il souhaite savoir si des mesures équivalentes sont envisagées par la France pour des ressortissants d'autres États.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 August 2026
Cancel the Home Office Asylum Support and Accommodation Programme procurement (2029-2039). Shift focus from long-term housing to rapid enforcement. We want to protect taxpayers from multi-billion corporate contracts, ease pressure on local public services & enforce strict contractor accountability. The 2029–2039 Asylum procurement locks the UK into a massive long-term framework which we believe directly contradicts urgent immigration reform: first, it commits billions of taxpayer funds to unaccountable private corporate contractors under failed models; second, it avoids shifting policy completely from housing to rapid enforcement and deterrence; and third, these vast arrangements in our view place an unsustainable, unfair burden on local public services. We want the Government to scrap this exercise and focus entirely on enforcement.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 August 2026
It has been reported that since Brexit airlines have denied boarding by incorrectly alleging that passengers' travel documents are invalid for travel. When this happens, we call on the compensation to be increased to £2,000 to match the £2,000 penalty paid by airlines for the reverse scenario. Section 40 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 imposes a £2,000 penalty on airlines that bring an incorrectly-documented passenger to the UK, but Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 as amended by Regulation 8(6)(a) of the Air Passenger Rights and Air Travel Organisers' Licensing (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 requires airlines to compensate only £220, £350 or £520 for incorrectly denying boarding to a correctly-documented passenger. This imbalance should be eliminated in order to incentivise airlines to train their ground staff.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 13 August 2026
We call on the Prime Minister to close Derby’s asylum hotels, prevent asylum seekers being moved into Derby HMOs or private rented homes, and remove those with no lawful right to remain, including serious offenders, after due process. Derby residents have not been properly consulted on the use of local hotels for asylum accommodation. Recent reports of serious alleged offences have increased public concern. Closing hotels must not mean moving people into HMOs or private rented homes across Derby. The Government should end hotel use, prevent local dispersal, remove those with no lawful right to remain, and deport serious offenders after due legal process.
Germany · German Bundestag · 12 August 2026
Germany · German Bundestag · 11 August 2026
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United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 August 2026
We ask the Government to require asylum claims to be assessed against the same standards of verified identity, evidence and background checks as other legal immigration routes, ensuring fixed decision timeframes, enforced removal after failed appeals, and a review of accommodation costs and impact. We are concerned that asylum seekers can currently remain in the UK for years with less identity verification than someone applying for a work or family visa. We are calling for asylum claims to be checked against the same range and standard of proof, documentation and background checks as every other immigration route. We want requirements for fixed timeframes for decisions, verified identity and origin, enforced removal once appeals are exhausted, and an independent review of the cost and community impact of hotel accommodation.
Germany · German Bundestag · 7 August 2026
Austria · National Council · 5 August 2026
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Harald Schuh, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Inneres betreffend Sozialleistungsbetrug durch einzelnen jordanischen Asylwerber mit 346.648,30 Euro Schaden
France · National Assembly · 4 August 2026
Mme Élise Leboucher souhaite appeler l'attention de M. le ministre du travail et des solidarités concernant une situation locale qui lui a été remontée par un homme reconnu au statut de lanceur d'alerte et qui pointe l'existence avérée de fraudes et de détournement du statut de bénévole par une association financée par des fonds publics. Ce dernier déplore que, malgré ses signalements répétés, les services de la direction départementale de l'emploi, du travail et des solidarités de la Sarthe (DDETS 72) ne diligentent pas d'enquête et de contrôles inopinés auprès de cette structure. Ce lanceur d'alerte précise avoir transmis différents signalements étayés démontrant que ladite association utilise des ressortissants de nationalité étrangère, exilés ou demandeurs d'asile, pour produire gratuitement des rapports d'expertise de haute qualité. Ce travail serait exigé sous un lien de subordination permanent, sans déclaration préalable à l'embauche (DPAE), sans rémunération, en exploitant la dépendance migratoire de ces personnes, par le biais d'un chantage au soutien administratif pour l'obtention de visas ou de titres de séjour. Cette pratique ne se limite pas à la dissimulation d'emploi salarié réprimée par l'article L. 8221-5 du code du travail, puisque l'utilisation de la contrainte et de la vulnérabilité migratoire pourrait être de nature à caractériser le délit pénal de traite des êtres humains à des fins d'exploitation par le travail tel que défini par l'article 225-4-1 du code pénal. Malgré des plaintes circonstanciées et un acte formel du conseil départemental de la Sarthe datant du mois de juin 2026 reconnaissant sans équivoque l'existence d'une fraude sociale en réseau impliquant la structure concernée, ce lanceur d'alerte déplore le fait que les services de la DDETS et l'inspection du travail ne diligentent aucun contrôle inopiné pour faire cesser l'exploitation de ces femmes et hommes exilés. Aussi, elle lui demande quelles instructions urgentes ses services pourraient avoir compétence de transmettre à la direction générale du travail (DGT) pour s'assurer de l'absence de défaillance dans cette situation ainsi présentée et de s'assurer que les services de la DDETS 72 puissent intervenir sans délai lorsque de telles alertes documentées de faits présumés de traite d'êtres humains et de travail dissimulé mis en œuvre sous couvert d'activités humanitaires se trouvent émises.
Germany · German Bundestag · 4 August 2026
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United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 August 2026
The cost of food is rising daily and many families are struggling. We believe this can be addressed by giving all children up to the age of 16 free school meals. Families will save at least £199 a year per child per year & this would help with the cost of living crisis. Help support all families! After receiving a letter from the Government saying that my children no longer qualify for free school meals I’ve decided it’s time to make a change. Having free school meals would give families peace of mind that children are having a hot healthy meal. The Government’s policy change comes into force in September 2026 and means children will only get free school meals if their parents are in receipt of universal credit, guaranteed element of pension credit or under support of Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. Please make a change for all children.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 1 August 2026
The Government pledged to close down asylum hotels in its manifesto for the 2024 General Election. It has transpired that these hotels may stay open until 2029. We want these hotels shut down immediately, and to immediately deport any migrants or asylum seekers who are being housed there and came to the UK illegally.
Austria · National Council · 31 July 2026
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Gernot Darmann, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Inneres betreffend Online-Schulungen zur Umsetzung der EU-Screening-Verordnung (EU) 2024/1356
Germany · German Bundestag · 31 July 2026
Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> Wie viele Asylverfahren wurden in den Jahren 2023, 2024 und 2025 jeweils wegen Rücknahme des Asylantrags (§ 32 des Asylgesetzes – AsylG) eingestellt, und falls die Frage nicht von der Bundesregierung beantwortet werden kann, warum werden Rücknahmen des Asylantrags (§ 32 AsylG) statistisch nicht gesondert erfasst (bitte jeweils nach den neun häufigsten Herkunftsstaaten der Antragsteller aufschlüsseln)?
Austria · National Council · 30 July 2026
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Agnes Sirkka Prammer, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Inneres betreffend Return Hubs
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 30 July 2026
Racistisch en seksistisch geweld en intimidatie tegen mensen die asiel zoeken en inwoners die zich uitspreken voor opvang
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 29 July 2026
Require the offshore detention of asylum seekers and criminals who are foreign nationals on remote UK islands away from the general population whilst providing them with humanitarian aid and shelter. This could keep the UK population safe and reduce the taxpayer burden. We believe asylum seekers should be housed on remote UK islands whilst their claims are processed and receive basic humanitarian support rather than being placed in local communities at the taxpayers’ expense. We believe the Government’s first duty is to protect British citizens and secure the borders. If the ECHR prevents deportations, they should remain there until they can be returned.
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2443. Deputy Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he accepts that Ireland is an outlier in the EU in terms of being the only EU country that has a criminal law which specifically prohibits naming asylum seekers who commit crimes; if he plans to address this anomaly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59188/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2440. Deputy Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he accepts that Ireland is an outlier in the EU in terms of being the only EU country that has a criminal law which specifically prohibits naming asylum seekers who commit crimes; if he has plans to address this anomaly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59082/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2422. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to provide an update on ongoing litigation cases between his Department and accommodation providers for asylum seekers; the liabilities the State could face; the contingencies in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58739/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2414. Deputy Gary Gannon asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the average processing time for first-instance international protection decisions and subsequent appeals during each month since January 2025; the number of cases currently awaiting a first decision and appeal; and how many cases exceed the 12-week timeframe envisaged under the new EU asylum rules. [58726/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2413. Deputy Gary Gannon asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether officials within his Department have undertaken research, prepared briefing papers, attended meetings with the European Commission or other member states, or received legal advice regarding the possible establishment or use of asylum return hubs outside the European Union; and if he will provide details of such work undertaken since 1 January 2025. [58725/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2374. Deputy Peadar Tóibín asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the total expenditure incurred by the Legal Aid Board on legal aid and legal advice provided to non-Irish nationals in each year from 2020 to date in 2026, by immigration, asylum, international protection, judicial review, family reunification, deportation and citizenship-related matters. [58311/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2358. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he is aware of the proposed relocation of Ukrainian residents from accommodation (details supplied) to other areas; whether he will advise on the way in which vulnerable residents are being assessed before relocation; the criteria being used to determine whether proposed accommodation is suitable; and the way in which medical, disability, and accessibility needs are being considered. [58029/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2277. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if persons who arrive by plane and then try to claim asylum without their passport, will be refused entry to the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57033/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2276. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if there is a quota on asylum seekers each year coming into Ireland; if that quota is reached, if the Government will not accept any more asylum seekers coming into the country in that year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57032/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2275. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if there is a quota on asylum seekers coming into Ireland each year; if Ireland does not accept that amount in a year, if the State has to pay for each applicant that is declined; if so, the amount; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57031/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2274. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if Ireland will be forced to take in a certain quota of asylum seekers each year; if so, the number; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57030/26]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 July 2026
2251. Deputy Ciarán Ahern asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the practical supports that will be put in place to help Ukrainian families currently living in a hotel (details supplied) secure suitable accommodation within such a short timeframe; who is co-ordinating communication and case management for families with complex medical, educational or disability needs; the measures being taken to minimise disruption to children's education, particularly where they have established school placements and specialist supports; the way in which the needs of working families are being considered, particularly where relocation could result in parents losing employment because they can no longer reasonably travel to work; the arrangements being made to ensure continuity of healthcare for those receiving ongoing treatment or specialist services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56715/26]
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 25 July 2026
We call on the UK Government to retain the five-year route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) for recognised refugees and immediately resume decisions on Syrian asylum claims, ensuring protection decisions are made promptly and in accordance with UK and international refugee law. Recognised refugees have built their lives around the established five-year settlement route. Replacing it with prolonged temporary leave would create uncertainty, delay integration and frustrate legitimate expectations. Syrian asylum claims should also be decided without unnecessary delay, based on each person's individual risk of persecution and current country evidence, as required by the Refugee Convention and UK refugee law, rather than by a general pause on decisions.
Germany · German Bundestag · 24 July 2026
Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> Wann beabsichtigt die Bundesregierung den bereits erstellten Evaluationsbericht zur Implementierung der behördenunabhängigen Asylverfahrensberatung zu veröffentlichen, nachdem das Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge in seiner Antwort vom 18. Mai 2026 auf eine Anfrage nach dem Informationsfreiheitsgesetz (IFG-Anfrage) eine Veröffentlichung noch im zweiten Quartal 2026 angekündigt hat (https://fragdenstaat.de/anfrage/evaluation-behoerdenunabhaengige-asylverfahrensberatung/nachricht-1116711)?
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 23 July 2026
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of making refugee protections temporary subject to review every 30 months.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 23 July 2026
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to implement the recommendation of the recent report from the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration to introduce a Senior Civil Servant quality lead to spearhead the re-establishm
Austria · National Council · 22 July 2026
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Gernot Darmann, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Inneres betreffend Einbürgerungen von Asylberechtigten, tatsächliche Asylzahlen und Abschiebestatistik
Austria · National Council · 22 July 2026
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Gernot Darmann, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Inneres betreffend Förderungen des BMI an die EB Projektmanagement GmbH im Zusammenhang mit Migrationsprojekten in Afrika
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 21 July 2026
We call on the UK Government to retain the current five-year route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) for recognised refugees and to fund quicker processing and decisions of Syrian asylum claims. We believe that replacing the five-year settlement route with repeated grants of temporary leave could prolong uncertainty, hinder integration and increase costs for both refugees and the Home Office. In our view the slow processing of decisions on Syrian asylum decisions has also left many applicants waiting indefinitely. We urge the Government to maintain a fair, efficient asylum system by preserving the five-year ILR route and fund quicker processing and decisions on Syrian claims. We also call on the Government to ensure that any assessment of whether a Syrian applicant can safely return is made on an individual basis, taking account of their personal circumstances and protection needs, and is not determined solely by reference to the general situation in Syria.