Migration Stats: Asylum backlog remains sky-high

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Responding to the latest set of migration statisitcs, Liberal Democrat Home Affairs Spokesperson Alistair Carmichael said:

“No matter how the Conservatives try to twist the truth, the asylum backlog remains sky-high. There are still 118,329 people waiting for an initial decision on their asylum claim - stuck in limbo and forced to rely on government funds. 

“Rishi Sunak has failed to deliver on his promise to tackle the asylum backlog, just like he failed to stop the dangerous Channel crossings. 

"The British people deserve a Government that can finally implement a compassionate, effective asylum system after years of Conservative mismanagement."

ENDS

Notes to Editor:

Statistics here.