Council votes to urge government to shut asylum hotel
Epping Forest District Council has voted unanimously to urge the government to shut down the Bell Hotel, which is being used to accommodate asylum seekers. The decision comes after protests from local residents who have raised concerns about the impact of the hotel's use on the community. The council cites issues such as the strain on local services, increased crime, and concerns about the welfare of the asylum seekers themselves as reasons for the push to close the hotel. The council has stated that it will continue to work with the government and other relevant authorities to address the situation. The news article does not provide further details on the specific concerns raised by the local residents or the council's plans for addressing the situation. It also does not mention any response from the government or the hotel's management.
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