In Home Office Questions in the House of Commons Chamber yesterday, Stephen asked Home Secretary Priti Patel, about policy on those with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) in the current coronavirus crisis.
NRPF is a condition imposed by the Home Office on an individuals’ immigration leave. A person with NRPF cannot access benefits, homelessness assistance from the council or social housing through the council's register. In the current coronavirus outbreak, organisations representing migrants have raised concerns about the ability of these individuals to self-isolate if they are unable to access public sector help.
Stephen commented afterwards: “A large number of my constituents have a condition of No Recourse to Public Funds. I was pleased the Home Secretary recognised the need for such individuals to be able to access public services in order to be able to self-isolate. I will pay close attention to the measures when they are announced.”