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Asylum Seekers' Harrowing Experience on the Bibby Stockholm Revealed

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Asylum Seekers' Harrowing Experience on the Bibby Stockholm Revealed

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  • The **Bibby Stockholm** barge housed many **asylum seekers** under troubling conditions from **August 2023** to **November 2024**.
  • Residents reported severe **mental health crises**, with one asylum seeker believed to have died by suicide during their stay.
  • The arrival of the barge showcased the **controversial UK asylum policies**, aiming to deter **Channel crossings** but faced significant backlash.
  • Conditions aboard the barge included **legionella bacteria** in the water supply, inadequate food, and a prison-like environment.
  • Community responses varied, with some locals extending **support**, while others expressed **anti-immigrant sentiments** amid rising tensions.

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