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Lack of legal aid lawyers poses threat to Starmer's asylum pledge, experts say

By The Guardian   |   1 year ago
Lack of legal aid lawyers poses threat to Starmer's asylum pledge, experts say

A rise in asylum seekers unable to access legal aid lawyers threatens Keir Starmer's pledge to clear backlog. Figures show 57% of applicants lacked representation in 2021, impacting delays and appeals. Legal aid cuts have led to a shortage of lawyers, hindering asylum cases.

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