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"A small delegation of asylum seekers agreed to speak to the Liverpool Daily Post, mostly anonymously, at a safe location after they said they were warned not to speak to the media about Mr Abebe's case. They described how depression and suicidal thoughts quickly becomes part of daily life in Liverpool, often after dangerous and traumatic journeys to escape persecution and torture. They accused judges of making "hasty" decisions based on out-dated information about their home countries. They claimed difficulty finding independent lawyers to represent them during months of confusing appeal hearings. And they say they are forced to live in "prison-like" accommodation in return for £35 a week support, are constantly monitored, and are often victims of racist attacks on the city's streets." [5 pages]
