A government spokesman said this was not the case - and there would be no change to asylum policy with the introduction of hotel quarantine rules. From Monday, UK or Irish residents who have been in one of 33 'red list' countries in the last 10 days will have to quarantine in an "assigned hotel room" for 10 days at least. They must book this before travel, with a portal and guidance opening this Thursday, at a cost of £1,750 for an individual travelling alone. Contrary to the Health Secretary's remarks, asylum seekers from 'red list' countries will not be "denied entry" - and instead will be provided quarantine accommodation at the expense of the government. The UK has an obligation under international agreements to grant asylum to people who fear persecution.

Source: Daily Mirror February 09, 2021 19:24 UTC