Hundreds of asylum seekers moved off Bibby Stockholm accommodation barge

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Hundreds of asylum seekers have been ejected from an accommodation barge moored off the Dorset coast ahead of decisions about their future in the UK.Migrants are being relocated from the Bibby Stockholm and into hotels across the country, with reports suggesting between 300 and 400 individuals will be shifted.Once in temporary accommodation, the migrants will be informed whether they can remain in the UK.The Government is clearing migrants from the vessel before the contract for its use expires in January.Labour has said it would not renew use of the Bibby – which is moored off Portland – beyond that date as the Home Office expects demand for such accommodation to be reduced by moves to clear the asylum backlog.The vessel was one of several sites, including RAF Wethersfield in Essex and RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, used by the previous Tory government in a bid to cut the cost of housing migrants in hotels.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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