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UK Court Clears Removal of Asylum Seekers from Protest-Hit Hotel

Judges approve local council’s bid to move residents following weeks of unrest

20 August 2025 · 00:20 UTC

A British court has granted permission for a local council to remove asylum seekers from a hotel that has been the focus of anti-immigration protests.

The ruling comes after weeks of clashes between demonstrators and police, highlighting rising tensions in towns hosting large numbers of migrants.

Officials said the decision will allow them to relocate residents to more secure accommodation while reducing strain on local communities.