The statements come after rumours surrounding the future of Constellation House in Farnworth on social media.
The residential home is located is owned by housing provider, Qualitas Housing, which also confirmed that the claims surrounding asylum seekers were entirely false.
A spokesperson for Qualitas Housing said: “Qualitas Housing is aware of recent claims suggesting that armed forces veterans are being evicted from Constellation House to accommodate asylum seekers.
“These claims are entirely false. The difficult decision to issue Section 21 notices followed the local authority’s refusal to reinstate Housing Benefit for the tenants.
“We are actively supporting the tenants in appealing this decision and are working closely with both them and the council to ensure that no individual is left without suitable accommodation.”
In a written statement, Bolton Council also confirmed that there are no plans to house asylum seekers in the property and that the tenants have been offered support.
A spokesperson for Bolton Council said: “We share the concerns that have been raised after Qualitas Housing issued section 21 notices to armed forces veterans living at Constellation House in Farnworth.
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“We are in discussions with the housing provider to resolve this matter.
“The council is also in the process of contacting the tenants to offer the full support of our Housing Options and Advice team.
“Qualitas Housing have confirmed they have not spoken to Serco and do not have any plans to house asylum seekers in the property.”
He added: “Exempt accommodation providers receive uncapped housing benefits directly, in exchange for providing support services to vulnerable tenants.
“In order to qualify, providers must meet specific criteria to ensure appropriate services and facilities are in place.
“While the council previously concluded that Constellation House did not meet the required standards, this decision has now been appealed and we are reviewing the case in in line with the legislation.”
Executive Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care & Housing Cllr Sean Fielding said: “I am pleased that the Council and Qualitas have clarified the situation and are working clearly to find a resolution for the affected residents.
“It is disappointing, however, that the local Conservative Party and branch of Reform UK have suggested on social media that evictions are taking place in order to free up properties to house asylum seekers, despite there being no evidence whatsoever that this is the case.
“It speaks to the kind of people they are that they exploit the tragic situation our local armed forces veterans find themselves in to try and stir up community tensions for political gain.
“It’s truly despicable behaviour and is one of the many examples of why these parties are utterly unfit to be in charge at Bolton Town Hall.”