James Cleverly's handling of the asylum backlog has raised concerns as ministers' indecision on the Illegal Migration Act has stymied the processing of cases, resulting in a significant reduction in asylum decisions during crucial months.
Fran Heathcote of the PCS highlighted that the slowdown in asylum decisions was not due to efforts from caseworkers but rather a diversion of resources and a lack of timely decisions from government officials.
Data illustrates a steep drop in asylum decisions, with cases plummeting from over 24,000 in early 2023 to less than 16,000 by June, exacerbating the backlog issues.
The Illegal Migration Act's implementation, coupled with halted deportation plans, has resulted in a backlog where many asylum seekers find themselves trapped in a protracted limbo, awaiting resolution.
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