Baldseagull
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There are other factors, but language is a big one. Some come because the UK has a shorter time period before allowing family reunion, so after 6 months, an accepted refugee can bring his wife and kids, it can be 2 years or more elsewhere. Some come because they have family here already, and can live with them. Some come because we grant permanent asylum, some countries grant temporary asylum, so if say a change in government or the end of war in their home countries occurs, their asylum could end, and they have to leave the life they have built in that country.Your tone is permanently condescending, you just can't see it.
The quote you highlighted, I stand by, who in their right mind being in a safe country already would then risk life and limb and pay thousands for the privilege to get on a tiny inflatable boat and go across a dangerous sea because they speak a better language over there. To be honest there's very little point debating with you (or some of the other usual suspects) as there won't be proper discussions back, just sniping (and another emoji).
And yes, some come because it is easier to find work on the black market in the UK than in much of the rest of Europe, so if their asylum claim fails, they could still manage to live here, if they have friends that will help them stay out of sight of authorities.