Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Hidden Kitchen Shutdown Sparks Outrage Over Migrant Housing

7/4/2025

27 4

Summary

Story summary

A hidden takeaway kitchen within Cedar Court Hotel in Wakefield has been shut down after its existence was revealed online. The Home Office is probing potential violations of asylum accommodation contracts, sparking outrage among local residents. In response, Uber Eats and Deliveroo have suspended the implicated businesses as investigations unfold, while the hotel continues to house over 300 migrants.

1 of 1

Story summary

A hidden takeaway kitchen within Cedar Court Hotel in Wakefield has been shut down after its existence was revealed online. The Home Office is probing potential violations of asylum accommodation contracts, sparking outrage among local residents. In response, Uber Eats and Deliveroo have suspended the implicated businesses as investigations unfold, while the hotel continues to house over 300 migrants.