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Government plans to overhaul asylum appeals system

Government plans to overhaul asylum appeals system

The government is planning to overhaul the asylum appeals system in the UK. The proposed changes include the establishment of a new, independent body that would hear asylum cases more quickly. The current system has faced criticism for being slow and inefficient, with a significant backlog of cases. The government hopes that the new body will help to address these issues, allowing asylum claims to be processed more swiftly. The details of the proposed changes are not yet clear, but the government has stated that the aim is to create a fairer and more efficient system. This could include changes to the appeals process, as well as the way in which cases are handled. The announcement of the plans has been met with mixed reactions, with some welcoming the proposed reforms, while others have raised concerns about the potential impact on the rights of asylum seekers.

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