Government to Exempt Landlords From Regulations to House Illegal Immigrants

Government to Exempt Landlords From Regulations to House Illegal Immigrants
Illegal immigrants who crossed the English Channel from France give V signs on UK Border Force boat Valiant as they arrive in the port of Dover, England, on June 14, 2022. Chris Eades /Getty Images
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Government plans to cut millions spent every day on hotels for illegal immigrants will see landlords exempt from adhering to basic housing requirements.

The temporary move—expected to be passed almost immediately by Parliament—will mean landlords will no longer legally need to stick to stringent housing regulations, including those on safety.

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