Three African nations—Angola, Namibia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo—may face visa restrictions to the UK if they do not accept the return of their citizens who are illegal migrants, as announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood. Her proposed reforms to the UK asylum system aim to reduce illegal crossings and include changes such as discretionary support for refugees and longer qualifying periods for residency. The measures have drawn criticism from charities, highlighting potential negative impacts on vulnerable individuals. Mahmood’s approach is influenced by both the US and Denmark’s immigration policies.
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