HE British government released this friday 39 asylum seekers transferred to the ‘Bibby Stockholm’ barge this week detection of legionella bacteria in the water. A bacterium that usually lives in stagnant water and causes lung diseasesas well as fever and congestion. Water analyzes were carried out shortly before the first persons were transferred to the barge, but the results became clear only after they were established. Now None of the 39 people showed symptoms from getting sick.
The Ministry of the Interior agreed legionella levels must be detected on board more in-depth analysis and said that was the reason for the evacuation, although he ruled out the possibility that there was a problem affecting the island of Portland where the ship docked. “Samples taken only into the ship’s own water system. and therefore does not represent any direct indication of risk to the Portland community in general or relates to fresh water entering the vessel. legionellosis It is not transmitted from person to person“, the ministry informed in a statement. The government claims to be working with the government. Health Safety Agency (UKHSA) to eliminate the problem in line with health protocols.
previous warnings
This health officials Locals had a glimpse of the boat’s features shortly before the transfer of the first refugees. increased risk of contracting diseases. Although this Friday’s evacuation meant another setback for the Home Office’s plans to transport more asylum seekers to the barge, something the Executive has denied is insisting that the boat complies with all safety guarantees. , with Capacity of 506 men between the ages of 18-65.
his arrival “Bibby Stockholm” Its relocation to the port of Portland resulted in a direct refusal from local authorities and residents who had warned of the saturation of public services, despite the fact that the Government would provide compensation. £3,500 per person (more than 4,000 Euros) in addition to local governments £377,000 one-time payment (436,000 euros) to finance activities for refugees and English courses. Refugee aid organizations have also positioned themselves against the barge they describe as “”.prison floating” and that they think that they are hosting refugees in conditions”inhuman”.
plans State, but they continue. aim reduce the daily bill Accommodating over 50,000 asylum seekers in hotels for more than £6m (closer to €7m) a day, hosting them on barges like ‘Bibby Stockholm’ and disused military bases.