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Labour Challenges Government on Deporting Lawful Residents

10/26/2025

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Labour has urged the Conservative government to clarify policy to revoke indefinite leave to remain (ILR).
Anna Turley MP wrote to Katie Lam, questioning morality and practicality of deporting lawfully settled people.
The draft bill would strip ILR for crimes, earning below £38,700, or claiming benefits.
Turley warned of impacts on families and children and asked what constitutes "social protection."
She stressed those targeted are integral members of the community.

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Labour has urged the Conservative government to clarify policy to revoke indefinite leave to remain (ILR).
Anna Turley MP wrote to Katie Lam, questioning morality and practicality of deporting lawfully settled people.
The draft bill would strip ILR for crimes, earning below £38,700, or claiming benefits.
Turley warned of impacts on families and children and asked what constitutes "social protection."
She stressed those targeted are integral members of the community.