14 of the 115 migrants being held in a transit facility on a military base in Cyprus have now been moved into accommodation in Cyprus. Read the latest statement below.
A Government spokesperson said:
We can confirm that 14 migrants have been moved to accommodation in the Republic of Cyprus today. The move was conducted with the assistance of the Cypriot Authorities, who will now support these migrants on behalf of the Sovereign Base Area Administration. Those who have been moved include a number who have claimed asylum, as well as those deemed to be vulnerable. We will continue to work with the Republic of Cyprus to provide support and accommodation to those who are yet to claim asylum. Their options for either claiming asylum or being repatriated are being discussed with them and they all have access to advice from the UNHRC regarding these options.