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UK Home Secretary Eyes Danish Model for Immigration Reform

11/8/2025

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UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to reform the immigration and asylum system, drawing inspiration from Denmark.
Officials have studied Denmark's rules on family reunification and refugee stays.
Mahmood aims to reduce immigration incentives and streamline expulsions for those without rights to remain.
Labour MPs oppose the approach, labeling it too extreme.
Denmark's immigration minister, Rasmus Stoklund, emphasized integration and expulsion challenges.

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UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to reform the immigration and asylum system, drawing inspiration from Denmark.
Officials have studied Denmark's rules on family reunification and refugee stays.
Mahmood aims to reduce immigration incentives and streamline expulsions for those without rights to remain.
Labour MPs oppose the approach, labeling it too extreme.
Denmark's immigration minister, Rasmus Stoklund, emphasized integration and expulsion challenges.