Flashback - Revealed: The benefits channel-crossing illegal migrants receive once they get to the UK
Illegal migrants in the UK are not required to contribute to the UK state and are allowed to apply for several tax-free benefits, as listed below.
Accommodation: A flat, house, hotel, hostel or bed and breakfast
Weekly cash allowance: £49.18 per person per week, on a cash card
Or £8.86 per person if your accommodation provides your meals
Free education for your children
Free school meals
Free NHS healthcare and free prescriptions
Free access to a dentist and free dental care
Free eyesight tests and help paying for glasses
