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Verdict: False. People in the UK without the right to be here aren’t entitled to claim public funds. Asylum seekers are entitled to some financial assistance from the government, but not as much as these posts claim. Refugees can claim benefits on the same terms as UK citizens, but they’re not entitled to £29,000 per year by virtue of their refugee status.

“Illegal immigrants” and refugees living in Britain receive £29,000 a year from the government.

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  • Full FactFalse. People in the UK without the right to be here aren’t entitled to claim public funds. Asylum seekers are entitled to some financial assistance from the government, but not as much as these posts claim. Refugees can claim benefits on the same terms as UK citizens, but they’re not entitled to £29,000 per year by virtue of their refugee status.

    2026-01-15

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