The UK government is considering new measures to restrict visa access for nationals of an east African country that has halted cooperation on returns, following a recent breakdown in asylum and deportation agreements. Officials have already revoked fast-track visa privileges for VIPs and government figures from the country, citing its refusal to accept rejected asylum seekers and convicted criminals. The move signals escalating tensions over migration policy, with potential broader implications for travel and diplomatic relations. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has indicated further restrictions could be imposed unless the government reverses its stance.
Move comes after east African country abruptly withdrew returns cooperation earlier this yearUK politics live – latest updatesEritreans could be stopped from coming to the UK unless the country agrees to accept more rejected asylum seekers and criminals, Shabana Mahmood has warned.VIPs and officials from the east African country have already been stripped of fast-track access to UK visas after their government refused to cooperate with the return of its nationals, the home secretary said. Continue reading...
