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Family in New Home, Struggling to Stay | UK News
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Summary
A family seeking asylum in the UK has been thrust into a nightmare after being relocated to a new build home in Stoke Heath, dubbed “Migrant Street,” where they’re now living with 82 others across 21 homes. After leaving their Stockport home due to expired visas, they’re now facing harassment, isolation, and safety fears—including masked strangers filming their door and no local doctor for Muhammad’s diabetes. The government’s plan to move asylum seekers out of hotels by 2029 has backfired here, as locals protest the influx and the Home Office admits these modern homes were never meant for asylum seekers. Despite everything, Muhammad and Shamaila refuse to return to Pakistan and just want to build a normal life—something they’re terrified they’ll never get. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/46f1049b123a5d65