Petition

Require the Decent Homes Standard to be extended to all asylum accommodation

Closed 58 signatures

What the petition asks

We demand the Government to require that all asylum accommodation meets the Decent Homes Standard, as we are concerned many asylum seekers are housed in substandard, unsafe and inhumane conditions. Unlike social housing, not all asylum accommodation is legally required to meet this standard.
Many asylum seekers are reported to be housed in accommodation that is overcrowded, unsafe, and unsanitary. Unlike social housing, not all properties are required to meet the Decent Homes Standard. We believe this leads to poor living conditions, health risks, and lack of dignity, putting vulnerable people at risk and undermining public health. We call on the Government to extend the Decent Homes Standard to all asylum accommodation to help ensuring safety, accountability, and compliance with human rights obligations.

Timeline

31 Oct 2025 Petition opened for signatures
30 Apr 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 58
Status Closed
Opened 31 Oct 2025
Closed 30 Apr 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 18 Aug 2026.