Asylum system 'marred by inhumanity' and 'still denies sanctuary'
The UK's treatment of asylum seekers falls "seriously below" the standards of a civilised society, the interim report of the Independent Asylum Commission (IAC) says.
The commission was set up to conduct a nationwide review of the UK asylum system and make credible recommendations for reform. Over the last year, the commission heard testimonies from a large number of individuals and organisations from all sides of the asylum debate.
The IAC's interim report said the asylum system denied sanctuary to some in need and the treatment of some asylum seekers was a shameful blemish on the UK's international reputation. It also said the system is marred by inhumanity in its treatment of the vulnerable.
More on the Independent Asylum Commission:
Independent Asylum Commission website
Reports in the news:
Independent: 'Inhumane and oppressive': the final verdict on Britain's asylum policy
Independent Leading article: A system that could do much, much better
BBC News: Asylum system 'shameful for UK'
Guardian: UK's asylum system 'marred by inhumanity'
