Britain Overhauls Asylum Policy: Refugee Status to Become Temporary, Path to Citizenship Extended

The UK government has unveiled its most significant reform of asylum policy in modern history, introducing temporary refugee status and extending the timeline for permanent settlement to 20 years. The move, inspired by Denmark’s strict immigration policies, has drawn widespread criticism from human rights groups.

reviewed andUnder the new rules, refugee protections will be temporary and regularly reviewed, and may be revoked if authorities deem the home country safe. Asylum seekers who are able to work but choose not to, or who break the law, may lose taxpayer-funded housing and allowances. Support will now prioritize those actively contributing to the economy and local communities.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood told Sky News that a refugee’s status will be reassessed every 2.5 years, compared to the current system, where settlement can be automatic after five years. She also announced plans to reinterpret Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which protects the right to family life, aiming to prevent misuse that hinders deportation of those without legal residency.

The policy has faced pushback from over 100 charities, warning that it could fuel discrimination and harm migrants. Immigration has also surged to the top of British voters’ concerns, with protests over asylum accommodations occurring over the summer.

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