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Some Eswatini MPs had previously raised concerns about the deal in parliament, but Prime Minister Russell Dlamini said it had been handled at "top clearance level".

West Midlands Police told the BBC that the fraud allegations were being handled by Action Fraud.

It would also prevent those whose claims are rejected from challenging decisions in the courts, with appeals instead handled by Home Office officials.

The request for the increase is bound to be controversial given accusations over how the plan has handled smoke damage claims stemming from the Jan. 7 blazes and other fires dating back to last decade.

“Mr. Gibson once again wants to extend his deepest condolences to the family who lost their dog and respectfully asks for privacy and understanding as this matter is handled through the appropriate legal channels.”