Why 'stronger borders' don't work

What is the primary reason people seek asylum in another country?

• To find better job opportunities

• To escape war or persecution

• To experience a new culture

• To reunite with family

How do strict border controls affect asylum seekers?

• They reduce the number of asylum seekers

• They make it easier for asylum seekers to find jobs

• They force asylum seekers to rely on smugglers

• They provide more legal routes for asylum seekers

What are 'pull factors' in the context of asylum policies?

• Factors that make asylum applications easier

• Factors that increase border security

• Factors that push people to leave their home country

• Factors that attract people to a particular country

What restriction is placed on asylum seekers in the UK since 2002?

• They are not allowed to apply for asylum

• They are not allowed to travel within the UK

• They are not allowed to work while waiting for their claim

• They are not allowed to receive any financial support

What is a common misconception about asylum seekers' knowledge of destination countries?

• They are well-informed about the legal systems of all countries

• They only know about the asylum process in their home country

• They have no information about any destination

• They have perfect information about all possible destinations

What is a suggested solution to improve the situation for refugees?

• Increasing border security

• Cutting funding for search and rescue missions

• International resettlement and safer travel routes

• Reducing the number of asylum applications

What is often overlooked in the debate about asylum seekers?

• The political implications of asylum policies

• The humanity of the people making these journeys

• The legal challenges of asylum applications

• The economic impact of asylum seekers