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Why are asylum camps needed?
The UK is a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention, meaning it has a legal duty to process asylum claims from people fleeing persecution. Large-scale accommodation, like the proposed camp in Barnham, is often used to house asylum seekers while their applications are processed, aiming to provide basic support and shelter during this period.
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