Shabana Mahmood’s double down on immigration ‘disappointing’, says Alf Dubs

Following Labour's byelection defeat to the Green party in Gorton and Denton, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood reaffirmed her commitment to hardline immigration reforms. This decision has drawn criticism, including from Labour peer Alf Dubs, who called it "disappointing." Dubs believes Labour should reconsider its stance, especially given the Green party's victory and its more humanitarian approach to immigration. Labour's proposed reforms, modeled after the Danish system, are seen as a response to the rising support for Reform UK, but have alienated some left-leaning voters. The proposed reforms include a significant overhaul of the asylum system, requiring those entering the country illegally to wait 20 years before applying for indefinite leave to remain. Dubs expressed particular concern for child refugees affected by the suspension of family reunion visas.

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