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Committee Material Published 27 Oct 2025 ↗ View on Parliament

While we recognise the value of having an independent, national reporting mechanism for issues with asylum accommodation, we are not convinced that all elements of this service should be delivered through a centralised system. It was therefore encouraging to hear that the Home Office is considering more localised models for the delivery of support. (Conclusion, Paragraph 110)

While we recognise the value of having an independent, national reporting mechanism for issues with asylum accommodation, we are not convinced that all elements of this service should be delivered through a centralised system. It was therefore encouraging to hear that the Home Office is considering more localised models for the delivery of support. (Conclusion, Paragraph 110) Type: conclusion | Number: 27 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: Delivering the AIRE service solely at a local level would be challenging due to its scale, regulatory requirements, and need for consistent 24/7 support. The current model supports over 106,000 asylum seekers and manages high call volumes, requiring accredited advisors, integrated IT systems, and ro