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Foreign sex offenders will be banned from claiming asylum in the UK, says Home Office
Yvette Cooper announced that foreign nationals convicted of sex offences will be prohibited from claiming asylum in the UK, as Labour seeks to counter the Reform party's influence ahead of local elections. This amendment to the bill marks the first time that individuals qualifying for the sex offender register will be denied refugee protections. Charities have expressed concern that the decision is being rushed, potentially impacting many individuals affected by the new regulations. Full Article
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