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For those fleeing war, escaping persecution or simply seeking a better life, Greater Manchester has long been a place of sanctuary for people all over the world.

The latest census recently revealed that one in three residents living in Manchester were born outside the UK, with 94 languages spoken in the city.

It is no wonder, then, that so many refugees want to make Manchester their home. But there is also an economic reason why many find themselves here.

With cheaper accommodation available in the North of England compared to the capital and the wealthy counties that surround it, asylum seekers are often housed in the region – and, once here, many are drawn to its most vibrant city.

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