Burnham to back Shabana Mahmood’s immigration changes, allies say
Summary
Andy Burnham supports Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood’s plans to change the UK immigration system, including limits on legal and illegal migration. These changes have been criticized by some Labour MPs who say the policies are harsh and compare them to policies under President Trump in the US.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, backs immigration limits proposed by Shabana Mahmood.
- The changes include ending permanent refugee status and removing some asylum seekers’ government support.
- Mahmood plans to double the time needed for some migrants to get settled status, from 5 to 10 years.
- Some Labour MPs criticize these policies as harsh and similar to US policies under President Trump.
- Burnham is running for a parliamentary seat and may challenge Labour leader Keir Starmer.
- Reform UK and the Conservative Party are also competing for the same seat.
- Labour MPs are pressing Burnham to clearly state his position on immigration.
- Mahmood warned Labour MPs to support her or risk a government deporting refugees dangerously.
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