Danish police seize money from migrants under new law

Danish police have seized valuables from migrants for the first time since a controversial law came into force five months ago.

Danish police seize money from migrants under new law

Danish police have seized valuables from migrants for the first time since a controversial law came into force five months ago.

National police spokesman Per Fiig said the two men and three women carried dollars and euros worth a total of about 129,600 kroner (£14,400) when they were arrested on Tuesday at Copenhagen's airport for using forged passports.

Mr Fiig said the group, aged 26-35, immediately sought asylum.

Under the law, refugees and other migrants must hand over valuables worth more than 10,000 kroner (£1,100).

The legislation was intended to help cover migrants' housing and food costs while their cases are being processed, but also an attempt to reduce Denmark's appeal to migrants.

Critics say the legislation is degrading and inhumane.

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