A controversial barge that's set to accommodate 500 asylum seekers has arrived in Dorset.
The Bibby Stockholm departed Falmouth in Cornwall on Monday - one month not on time.
It was pulled by a tugboat into Portland Port on Tuesday morning.
The vessel's arrival in Dorset - which has been opposed by the native MP and residents - got here hours after the federal government's Illegal Migration Bill passed the Lords.
The first asylum seekers are anticipated to board the Bibby Stockholm later this month.
Downing Street has defended the usage of barges to deal with migrants - insisting it's a cheaper different to accommodating them in accommodations.
Rishi Sunak's official spokesman informed reporters: "I feel it is proper for the general public as a complete that we transfer away from a scenario the place £6m a day of taxpayers' cash goes in direction of housing these people in accommodations.
"That's not a good use of money and obviously that puts unplanned pressure on local areas as well.
"We suppose it's higher to open particular websites designed to deal with immigrants that are available in, completed in a extra deliberate method.
"That's what we are seeking to do with the Bibby Stockholm and that's what we're seeking to do in other parts of the country - opening up sites to take the pressure off local areas and to reduce the cost."
A Home Office spokesperson stated utilizing vessels as lodging might be "better value" for taxpayers and "more manageable for communities than costly hotels".
"We continue to work extremely closely with local councils and key partners to prepare for arrival of asylum seekers later this month and minimise disruption for local residents including through substantial financial support," they added.
During debate over the Illegal Migration Bill, Home Office minister Lord Murray of Blidworth stated the UK's asylum system was "overwhelmed" by small boat arrivals.
He informed friends: "With over 45,000 people making dangerous Channel crossings last year this is simply no longer sustainable.
"If individuals know there isn't a method for them to remain within the UK, they will not danger their lives and pay criminals hundreds of kilos to reach right here illegally.
"It is therefore only right that we stop the boats and break the business model of the criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable people, ultimately enabling the government to have greater capacity to provide a safe haven for those at risk of war and persecution."
However, well being specialists have stated the Illegal Migration Bill risks causing "unimaginable levels of harm and trauma" to youngsters detained.
A coalition of medical doctors and main medical specialists stated the laws may trigger PTSD, despair and suicidal behaviour amongst younger individuals.
Read extra: New record of Channel crossings in a single day so far this year
The authorities can be planning to make use of disused airfields to deal with asylum migrants - however faces a High Court problem from councillors and campaigners.
Braintree District Council and a close-by resident are bringing authorized motion to problem the usage of Wethersfield in Essex to deal with as much as 1,700 males.
Dozens of asylum seekers have already been moved into the positioning.
West Lindsey District Council can be difficult comparable plans for RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire.
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