MP Fights Plan to House Asylum Seekers in Oadby | Leicester News

A local MP is rallying against plans to house 48 asylum seekers in Oadby and Wigston, calling it unfair targeting and accusing the government of ignoring community concerns. He cites past housing burdens and flawed consultations as evidence of being “treated like dirt,” and has launched a petition with over 2,500 signatures urging local authorities to block the proposal. While some residents support housing asylum seekers locally if space exists, others stress compassion and call for full Home Office funding. The Home Office says it’s moving toward cheaper, sustainable housing options and reviewing sites to meet legal obligations — but the MP insists the burden on this area is unreasonable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6ec3a3fe11d7f19a