[Holly Christmas]

Originally Posted by parmnion

Eh...when?

When the heck did this start happening!

There's loads of videos on YouTube about migrant hotels, have a look. The hotels all have loads of security guards to keep people away. Trying to hide what's going on

[The Slim Reaper]

Originally Posted by Kate!

There's loads of videos on YouTube about migrant hotels, have a look. The hotels all have loads of security guards to keep people away. Trying to hide what's going on

Kate they are not trying to hide what's going on. They are protecting them from gangs.

https://www.refugee-action.org.uk/re...lum-in-the-uk/

People seeking asylum in the UK receive £5.84 per day, and this makes accessing affordable data challenging. As with access to Wi-Fi, this challenge is exacerbated because people seeking asylum are only given temporary, unstable accommodation, and struggle to get access to our formal banking system – any hope of accessing cheaper, SIM-only contracts is lost and they have to rely on the more expensive pay-as-you-go data plans.

Having a proper device and internet access is crucial in Refugees’ lives. With the support of his local library and community, Mohammad managed to get internet access for his house. “Now I can access the internet, contact my relatives, study, and apply for jobs.” Asylum seekers are locked out of the digital world, even when their well-being and mental health depends on it. The internet is often the only thing that can keep displaced people in touch with loved ones scattered by wars and persecution. They need to access information, and translation tools, keep in touch with family and friends and connect with local communities.

‘These days, all aspects of our life are digitised. For example, I must check my universal credit online. All reports and appointments are made digitally. A while ago, I noticed some suspicious transactions in my account. I reported both transactions, and the bank helped. Just imagine If I did not have my laptop, I properly would not be aware of fraudulent activities, and all my money would be gone.”

The state isn't providing these items, they are being provided by charities