The plans for the centre on a former RAF station were opposed by villagers and the local council.
The plans for an asylum centre in North Yorkshire were opposed by villagers and Hambleton District Council
"Today we have finally received a response from the Home Office informing us of their decision not to progress current proposals for the use of the Linton-on-Ouse site as asylum accommodation. Had the council not intervened and challenged the government, there would have been "asylum seekers living on this totally unsuitable site", he added.The Home Office previously said the centre at the former RAF station would be as self-sufficient as possibleto the Home Office after a backlash over the plans.
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