Flintshire Council Leader and Town Council respond to Mold asylum seeker housing concerns
Mold Town Council has said it has not been formally informed of any decision by the Home Office to use the Ambrose Centre flats for asylum seeker accommodation.
The issue has been the subject of local speculation in recent days, with some residents concerned about reports that the property could house families seeking asylum.
Mold Town Council says it is seeking clarity from the authorities responsible.
The council said: “At this time, the Council has not received any official information or confirmation from Flintshire County Council or the Home Office about these arrangements. We understand that the Home Office manages asylum seeker accommodation directly and does not inform local elected members about specific placements.”
It added: “We understand that the accommodation is owned by Clearsprings, a property management company, and is being prepared for occupation by families, although this remains unverified, as neither the Home Office nor Flintshire County Council have made any formal response to our requests for information.”
Clearsprings Ready Homes is a private firm contracted by the Home Office to provide asylum seeker accommodation across Wales and southern England.
Operating under long-term deals worth over £1 billion, it works with property owners and agencies to deliver housing and support.
The company has faced criticism over housing standards but remains one of the UK’s largest providers in this sector.
Mold Town Council said it was “making enquiries with the relevant authorities to try to obtain clarity on the situation” and would share “any verified information… with the community through our usual communication channels as soon as it becomes available.” Residents were advised to direct formal questions to the Home Office.
In a statement, Cllr Dave Hughes, Leader of Flintshire County Council, said: “There has been a lot of inaccurate information shared about the accommodation in Mold and it’s important to set the facts straight.
“This decision was made entirely by the Home Office – it is not a Council project. No Councillors were consulted, and no vote took place. The property is being used by the Home Office through Clearsprings, not the Council.
“To our knowledge no one has moved in yet. Any questions or complaints must be directed to the Home Office, Clearsprings, or the building’s owner – they are the only ones with authority over this matter. Accusations against Councillors are unfounded. I am sharing this solely to ensure people have the correct information.”
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