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Foreign criminals will be refused entry to the UK or have their visas cancelled in a crackdown on those posing a threat to the British public.
Stricter conditions for migrants receiving asylum support will create a fairer, compliance-based system that’s better for the British taxpayer.
Almost £400 million has been saved in asylum accommodation and support costs after a crackdown on tourists abusing the UK’s immigration system.
Raising the English fluency level will allow migrants to contribute and integrate into British life.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's speech at the Institute for Public Policy Research on immigration reforms.
This circular informs law enforcement agencies, and other relevant public authorities, of certain provisions of the Firearms Regulations 2019 and the Firearms (Amendment) (No.2) Rules 2019.
Government to end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, and work visas for Afghans.
Correspondence relating to the Crime and Policing Bill, which was introduced in the House of Commons on 25 February 2025.
Lord Hogan-Howe to lead independent review to determine new number of police forces.
Child cruelty convictions such as neglect and abandonment will face the same police notification requirements as registered sex offenders.
The refugee model will shift from permanent to temporary for those who claim asylum from 2 March.
Government takes decisive action by rapidly introducing a new legal definition for ‘honour’- based abuse.
Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion will now have 3 times as long to renew their stay.
From today (25 February), non-visa nationals will be barred from entering the UK without an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) .
Government announces a record £73.4 million in funding in 2026 to 2027 for protective security at Jewish, Muslim, and other faith sites.
The Minister of State for Policing and Crime's remit letter to the Senior Salaries Review Body (SSRB) for chief police officers, 2026 to 2027 pay round.
The Minister of State for Policing and Crime's remit letter to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) for the 2026 to 2027 pay round.
The Home Office has today (16 February 2026) confirmed its appointment of Mike Cunningham as the new Chair of the SIA.
Border Force and police seizures of ketamine and cannabis at all-time high and Border Force ramps up the return of foreign smugglers.
Every child caught carrying a knife in England and Wales will be given a mandatory targeted plan to stop them reoffending and protect the public.
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