Asylum system in UK ‘out of control’ and dividing country, home secretary says

Shabana Mahmood to unveil new proposals modelled on Denmark's controversial system

What changes to the UK asylum system are being proposed?

Refugees who have established lives with homes and families in the UK - including Ukrainians - will face having to return if their home countries become safe, the home secretary has said.

Shabana Mahmood said the asylum system was out of control and putting huge pressure on communities" as she announced plans to end the permanent status of refugees, who would need to reapply to remain in Britain every two and a half years.