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Stafford MP Theo Clarke on why she's disappointed on the ruling that former university halls of residence will be allowed to accommodate asylum seekers after an appeal.

Planning inspectors decided the Stafford site can house people seeking asylum and said it seemed likely the site would operate to its 481 capacity.

Serco's proposals included creating 170 rooms for urgent stays of up to four weeks and 310 rooms for more extended periods.

A spokesman said on Monday it would engage with the community and other stakeholders to address concerns people had raised.

He added it would "work towards ensuring that we establish safe and decent accommodation for these vulnerable people".

A government spokesperson said: "We have always been upfront about the unprecedented pressure being placed on our asylum system, brought about by a significant increase in dangerous and illegal journeys into the country.

"We continue to work across government and with local authorities to identify a range of accommodation options.

"The government remains committed to engaging with local authorities and key stakeholders as part of this process."

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