Home Affairs withdraws directive on asylum seeker applications
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The Department of Home Affairs has withdrawn a directive issued on September 28 that expanded the intake of asylum seeker applications, following a Constitutional Court ruling. The withdrawal of the directive was an operational decision taken by the Director-General’s office without the knowledge or involvement of the Minister or any political office-bearers.
Home Affairs has rejected claims that the directive was politically motivated, stating that the implementation of the court order overwhelmed Refugee Reception Offices, placed officials at risk, and raised public safety concerns. The department will now begin a fresh process to determine how best to comply with the Constitutional Court judgment while ensuring the safe and effective operation of asylum services.
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