General · 25 August 2026
Essex councillor criticises Wethersfield asylum centre's 'holiday camp' facilities
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Peter Harris, a Reform UK councillor and leader of Essex County Council, inspected the Wethersfield asylum accommodation site. He characterised it as a "holiday camp" with luxury sports facilities, free meals, mobile phones, and a £9.95 weekly allowance. Harris also noted concerns about the impact on local communities.
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