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What they could do is resource the processing of claims properly.. Maybe because they don't want to admit that the vast majority are genuine refugees and having them in limbo suits the stats

I'm sure you're right that there's mileage to be made in Othering the refugees. I imagine also that it'd be very expensive and they'd be wary of being seen to spend lots of money on this while people are still having to otherwise deal with potholes and diminishing local services etc.