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Grimes Refutes Mahmood Over ‘Value for Money’ on Asylum Payments

Mahmood called higher asylum seeker payments “value for money”, drawing criticism from Darren Grimes who says communities and services are…

Labour unveils radical immigration plan to reform asylum

The Labour government proposed sweeping 2025 immigration reforms to strengthen borders, cut net migration by about 100,000 a year, speed…

UK-Born Children at Risk of Deportation Under New Asylum Reforms

New UK asylum reforms could see UK‑born children deported with their families after final refusals. The package narrows 'family' definitions,…

Mahmood Faces Calls for Compassion and Clarity in Hardline Asylum Policy

Shabana Mahmood proposed time-limited refugee protection in November 2025 to curb irregular migration, including almost 40,000 small-boat arrivals. The model…

Minister reaffirms commitment to asylum reforms amid Labour scrutiny

On 17 November 2025 the UK unveiled major asylum reforms: a 5→20 year settlement period, a single appeals body, tighter…

Ministers deny jewellery seizure for asylum seekers amid reform debate

On 17 November 2025 ministers announced reforms making refugee status temporary with 30-month reviews and extending permanent residence eligibility to…

Venezuelan asylum seeker swept up in Woodland Creek FBI raid in Eugene

An FBI/ICE raid on October 15, 2025, targeting firearms at Woodland Creek Apartments led to detention of a Venezuelan asylum…

Trump Could Offer Asylum to Britons Prosecuted for Immigration Views

Officials are considering allowing asylum for Britons facing prosecution over immigration or gender speech, amid a 2025 USRAP suspension. The…