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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Dan Haygarth and Millie Cooke

Andy Burnham backs controversial asylum reforms ahead of PM ascension

Andy Burnham
  • Andy Burnham, who is expected to become Prime Minister next week, has backed controversial reforms to the asylum system.
  • The proposed legislation aims to reduce small boat crossings by directing asylum seekers to alternative “safe and legal routes”.
  • It also includes tighter rules for applying Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, intended to cut the number of successful asylum appeals.
  • The Immigration and Asylum Bill passed its second reading by 264 votes to 90, with 14 Labour MPs rebelling against the legislation.
  • Burnham's ascension to Prime Minister is anticipated for Monday, following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, after he secured 349 nominations from Labour MPs.

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UK politics latest: Burnham backs controversial asylum reforms amid Labour rebellion

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