SUNAK VOWS TO CLEAR BACKLOG OF ALABANIAN ASYLUM SEEKERS

Rishi Sunak has announced plans for more staff to help clear the UK's backlog of asylum seekers by end of 2023.

A dedicated unit of 400 specialists will be set up to handle claims from Albanians. From 2017 to 2021, the number of applicants from Albania grew from 1900 to 5100 per annum.

UK border officials will also be posted in Albania, under a new agreement with the country.

Mr. Sunak has also promised 700 staff for a new unit to monitor small boats crossing the English Channel.


There are currently 143,377 people waiting for an initial decision on their application. Mr. Sunak added 10,000 of these would be housed in closed down holiday parks, former student halls, and unused military sites.

Rishi vows to end asylum backlog