But this in itself is contradictory.
Illegal immigrants don’t get hand outs! They are here illegally - how on earth would they get access to benefits and housing with no paperwork confirming that they have been permitted to stay? It just does not happen.
The ones claiming asylum and in hotels are awaiting processing, and following the law. While being processed, they get an allowance for food etc which I believe is less than £50 a week.
If they are granted asylum, they are here legally. If they are not granted asylum they are sent back. If they go into hiding before being deported, they are still here illegally and the circle begins again - they cannot claim anything because they’re not supposed to be here!