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David Shaw

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Asylum seekers in Britain face a system destined to destroy their mental health

Living a life in limbo — Many of those seeking asylum in the United Kingdom are living in a state of flux; unable to legally work for a living, with dire consequences on community relations and mental health. In Oldham, near Manchester, one woman knows just how painful this can be.

Written by: David Shaw

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