Britain overhauls asylum policy as anti-immigration views rise

Al JazeeraMonday, November 17, 2025 at 9:59:21 PM
  • British officials are enforcing tougher asylum policies in response to increasing anti
  • The implications of these changes are profound, as they may restrict access to asylum for vulnerable individuals and alter the landscape of immigration in Britain. Critics warn that such policies could violate human rights and diminish the country's commitment to providing refuge to those in need.
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