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NHS to Provide Care for Asylum Seekers in Sussex

11/9/2025

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The National Health Service (NHS) will register asylum seekers housed at the Crowborough training camp in East Sussex with local GPs.
NHS Sussex is developing a primary-care service for this community that will not affect existing local services, according to a government spokesperson.
The Home Office announced it will temporarily accommodate 600 individuals at the Crowborough camp.
Wealden District Council has raised concerns about community engagement and strain on public services.

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The National Health Service (NHS) will register asylum seekers housed at the Crowborough training camp in East Sussex with local GPs.
NHS Sussex is developing a primary-care service for this community that will not affect existing local services, according to a government spokesperson.
The Home Office announced it will temporarily accommodate 600 individuals at the Crowborough camp.
Wealden District Council has raised concerns about community engagement and strain on public services.