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UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals

The British government plans to tighten its asylum system, sparking resistance within its own party

The Independent UK

Home Secretary sets out reforms to overhaul ‘unfair’ asylum system

Shabana Mahmood said it was the ‘uncomfortable truth’ that the UK’s asylum offer compared to other European countries is drawing people to the UK.

Evening Standard

The Guardian view on Labour’s asylum plans: ministers cannot out-Farage the far right and should stop trying

Editorial: Shabana Mahmood’s asylum overhaul burdens an overstretched system and hands political advantage to her opponents

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Asylum seekers will not view Ireland more favourably than UK – minister

Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan said he will be publishing a new International Protection Bill to reform Ireland’s asylum system later this year.

Evening Standard

Labour is at a crossroads on illegal migration

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Many are rightly uneasy about the home secretary’s draconian proposals for migration – but if overhauling our policy is what it takes to restore faith in the asylum system, Britain will be richer for it

The Independent UK

Mahmood sets out plans for tougher asylum system in face of Labour resistance

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said even people who are genuine refugees ‘asylum shop’ their way across Europe before choosing the UK.

Evening Standard

Labour faces growing revolt from own MPs as Shabana Mahmood sets out reforms to 'out of control' asylum system

One Labour MP branded the immigration reforms ‘dystopian’ as Home Secretary announces reforms aimed at deterring illegal migration

Evening Standard

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Shabana Mahmood plans to remove more families from UK in asylum shake-up

Home secretary will also consult on ending financial support for those with children if refused asylum, document shows

The Guardian - UK

OPINION - The Home Secretary's illegal migration crackdown is brave... but it won't work. Here's why

Shabana Mahmood has made a good start on illegal migration, but has she the stomach for the fight?

Evening Standard

Rachel Reeves ‘will announce milkshake tax’ in Budget

Exemption for milkshakes in sugar tax could come to an end when Chancellor announces Budget

The Independent UK

Tommy Robinson backs Shabana Mahmood’s asylum reforms

Welcoming the proposals, the far-right activist posted to social media: ‘The Overton window has been obliterated, well done patriots’

The Independent UK

Anglican bishop shaken ‘to the core’ by home secretary’s asylum seeker comments

Bishop of Edmonton says people coming to UK are being ‘scapegoated’ for years of policy failures

The Guardian - UK

Which countries are illegal migrants coming from as Home Office issues visa ban threat?

Here are the most common nationalities of migrants coming to the UK both legally and illegally, those applying for asylum and those currently in prison

Evening Standard

UK Government asylum plans are ‘chaotic soundbites’ says Scottish Tory Findlay

The Home Secretary is expected to lay out changes to the asylum system on Monday.

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

What are the changes in Shabana Mahmood’s asylum crackdown – and how serious is Labour backlash?

Inspired by Denmark’s strict system on asylum seekers, Shabana Mahmood has unveiled her own version to the Commons – but what will it mean, and what has the reaction been to it so far?

Evening Standard

Visa bans and valuables: The new immigration plans designed to stop migrants seeing UK as ‘golden ticket’

The Standard explains the planned changes aimed at stopping the UK being seen as a ‘golden ticket’ for asylum seekers

The Independent UK

Jewellery and valuables belonging to refugees could be confiscated to pay for accommodation

‘It is right that if people have money in the bank, if people have assets...they should be contributing’, a Home Office minister said on Monday

Evening Standard

Seizing asylum seekers' jewellery slammed as 'disgusting' as minister denies personal items will be taken

Cars, e-bikes and sums of money will be confiscated from asylum seekers under new crackdown

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International Business Times UK

Migrants Kept in 'Filthy' Ex-RAF Base Amid Claims of Giant Rats, Sewage Leaks and Overcrowding

Footage from the ex-RAF Wethersfield base shows rats, leaking sewage and overcrowded rooms as campaigners warn of 'open prison' conditions and rising health risks for asylum seekers.

The Independent UK

Shabana Mahmood warns ‘dark forces are stirring up anger’ over migration ahead of sweeping asylum reforms

Shabana Mahmood is set to rewrite how Britain grants refuge to those fleeing conflict and upheaval with a statement in the House of Commons on Monday

Evening Standard

Minister urges Labour MPs to ‘look closely’ at asylum plan amid backbench outcry

Shabana Mahmood is expected to announce sweeping changes in the Commons on Monday, including an overhaul of human rights laws.

The Guardian - UK

Reform MP invites Mahmood to join his party, saying he ‘welcomes’ and ‘recognises’ her rhetoric – as it happened

Shabana Mahmood tells MPs asylum system is ‘out of control and unfair’ amid Labour backlash over proposals

International Business Times UK

'A Lifeline Before Christmas': DWP to Hand Out Over £1,000 as UK Households Battle Coldest Winter in Years

The DWP is preparing to give more than £1,000 in combined support through winter schemes, Christmas bonuses and cold weather payments as the UK faces one of its coldest winters in years.

The Guardian - UK

Asylum seekers’ jewellery could be seized to pay for processing costs, says Home Office minister

Idea borrowed from Denmark is latest attempt to reduce number of people seeking asylum in UK

International Business Times UK

Shabana Mahmood Says Current Migration Policies Are Destructive And 'Tearing Country Apart'

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood warns illegal migration is dividing UK communities, unveiling bold asylum reforms including temporary status, 20-year settlement waits and asset seizures.

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