Wendy Fredericks, a North Norfolk district councillor, revealed the information at a council meeting after a Fakenham member questioned whether there were plans to house any in the town.

Ms Fredericks, the authority's cabinet member for housing, said: "The council is aware of increasing reporting in Norfolk about asylum seeker accommodation.

"To date, we have been advised that eight properties are being appraised by a government contractor.

"As of today, we do not believe any placements have been made in the district."

The view from the window of one of the new hotel rooms at the Crown at Fakenham of the market. (Image: Denise Bradley)

She did not give any details about the locations of the eight properties.

It comes at a time of growing tension and........

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