'Cuts will leave refugees destitute' say charities

More asylum seekers could be left "destitute and alone" if plans for benefit cuts go ahead, charities have said.

The Welsh Refugee Council and the British Red Cross criticised plans for stricter timescales on allowances and accommodation for failed asylum seekers who have agreed to leave the UK.

Those who do not accept voluntary return are usually not given support.

The Home Office said it could not comment while consultation on the reforms is ongoing.

Chloe Marong, coordinator of the Trinity Centre and Cardiff Asylum Support Advocacy, said refugees are in a "twilight" zone of limbo.