Exposed: The failed American asylum seeker Britain won't deport

A US asylum seeker has been living in Britain for over a year with free accommodation and benefits, despite his claim being refused as ‘clearly unfounded’.

Olabode Shoniregun, 27, fled Las Vegas claiming persecution and sexual assault by US law enforcement, yet admits he'd happily return 'to visit'.

What makes matters even worse is the string of Home Office blunders that mean he’s still in the country despite agreeing to be deported. The case shows the farcical chaos of the British asylum system, where a failed asylum seeker was housed and given benefits by a local council, only to be left stranded after a failed voluntary returns attempt.

Camilla and Tim explain the 14-month saga that has caused alarm at the highest levels of government and reveal the full extent of Labour's failings.

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