Nigel Farage has announced a tougher policy on eligibility for social housing, stating that foreign nationals living in council houses would be evicted under a Reform UK government. The Reform leader said non-UK citizens would be given three months to find private accommodation or face deportation.
Details of the Proposal
Under the plans, those who do not secure alternative housing after a three-month grace period would lose their right to remain in the UK. Farage emphasized that veterans, long-term local residents, domestic abuse survivors, and care leavers would be given priority for social housing.
Farage's Essay on Diversity and Inclusion
Mr. Farage made the announcement in a 5,000-word essay published Sunday evening, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion and their impact on Britain. He argued it was absurd that thousands of tenancies had been given to refugees since 2020.
According to The Telegraph, Farage wrote: "Foreign nationals who are unable to relocate to private rented accommodation after a three-month grace period will lose their right to remain and be liable for deportation under Operation Restoring Justice."
Dual Nationals and Welfare
It is understood that dual nationals would have their welfare entitlements, including household benefits, reduced but would not be automatically forced to leave social housing.
Government Response
A Government spokesman responded: "Illegal migrants, asylum seekers, and migrants on student or work visas are not eligible for social housing. Nearly nine in 10 social homes go to UK nationals, and most councils have tough local connections rules to ensure housing goes to those who need it most."
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