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Reform council calls for urgent asylum action

Reform UK-led Kent CC has urged the Government to tackle soaring costs tied to caring for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

By William Eichler | 03 February 2026
Reform councillors in Kent © Kent CC

Reform UK-led Kent CC has urged the Government to tackle soaring costs tied to caring for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

It comes after Ofsted downgraded its children's services rating from outstanding to good.

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