Epping hotel protest: Asylum seeker rooftop standoff continues
A tense standoff continues at a Essex hotel as asylum seeker Martin, supported by activists, resists removal in a dramatic rooftop protest over potential Rwanda deportation.
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Albanian migrant found dead on Bibby Stockholm barge
A young Albanian man has died aboard the controversial Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset, with friends claiming he was tricked about living conditions. The incident raises serious questions about the government's asylum accommodation policy.
Afghan Interpreter Who Saved US Marines Denied UK Asylum
Exclusive: Joy Peter, an Afghan interpreter who heroically saved US Marines from a Taliban bomb, faces deportation from the UK after his asylum claim was rejected, despite Taliban death threats.
Eritrean asylum seeker deported after false trafficking claim
An Eritrean man who attempted to remain in the UK by falsely claiming to be a trafficking victim has been successfully deported under a new one-to-one returns scheme, marking a significant victory for the Home Office's immigration enforcement.
Migrant thanks Starmer for right to stay in UK
A Somalian migrant granted the right to remain in the UK after a lengthy legal battle has expressed profound gratitude to Labour leader Keir Starmer, whose past legal work proved crucial to his case. The man, housed in a controversial Essex hotel, credits
Convicted Terrorist Entered UK After Home Office Blunder
Exclusive: A convicted Al-Qaeda terrorist was granted asylum in Britain after Home Office officials failed to detect his criminal past. The shocking security breach has sparked a major internal investigation and demands for answers from Ministers.
First migrant deported to Rwanda from UK
A failed asylum seeker has been forcibly removed to Rwanda, becoming the first person sent under the UK's new flagship immigration policy. The landmark flight departed from a secret location amid fierce legal and political debate.
Eritrean migrant challenges UK-France deportation deal in High Court
A 25-year-old Eritrean man has launched a High Court challenge against the UK government's migrant deal with France, claiming it leaves him destitute. The case could set a major precedent for Labour's immigration policy.
France's First Channel Migrant Deportation Flight Abandoned
In a major blow to Anglo-French efforts, the inaugural one-to-one deportation flight for a Channel migrant was dramatically abandoned after the individual refused to board, highlighting the immense challenges in stemming the small boats crisis.
Asylum seeker jailed for murder-suicide threat stalkin
A Turkish asylum seeker who subjected a woman to a terrifying stalking campaign, threatening to murder her and her family in a murder-suicide plot, has been jailed. Read the full story of his relentless harassment and the police investigation.
Family's 3-Year Hotel Nightmare After UK Move
A young family who relocated from Australia for a better life reveal their three-year ordeal living in a single Travelodge room, abandoned by a UK council and trapped in a broken housing system.
Drunk asylum seeker spits at police officer in UK hotel
A Somali migrant, housed in a UK hotel as an asylum seeker, launched a drunken tirade and spat at a police officer. Read the shocking details of the incident and the subsequent legal proceedings.
Ukrainian refugee fatally stabbed in UK - chilling footage emerges
Exclusive footage shows the final moments before a Ukrainian refugee was fatally stabbed in a quiet English town, as a man appears in court charged with murder.
UK pays households £1,500 monthly to host asylum seekers
British households can now earn tax-free payments for providing accommodation to asylum seekers under the new 'Asylum Seekers Accommodation Scheme' launched by the Home Office to address the costly hotel crisis.
UK's Multi-Billion Pound Secret Property Spree for Asylum
An exclusive investigation uncovers how the British government is secretly spending billions of taxpayer pounds to acquire houses and flats for asylum seekers, bypassing local communities and sparking a major housing controversy.
Asylum seeker guilty of sexual assault at Essex hotel
An asylum seeker housed at a controversial Essex hotel has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a female staff member. The case raises serious questions about the Home Office's use of contingency accommodation.
Asylum seeker jailed for brutal daylight sexual assault
Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, an Eritrean asylum seeker, has been sentenced to six years and nine months for a horrific sexual assault on a woman in Exeter. The case has sparked protests and intense debate over the UK's asylum system.
Ethiopian asylum seeker guilty of schoolgirl sexual assault
An Ethiopian asylum seeker has been found guilty of attempting to kiss a 14-year-old schoolgirl in a sexual assault that triggered massive community protests outside the Bell Hotel in Epping.
Iraqi asylum seeker jailed for London rape
An Iraqi national seeking asylum in the UK has been sentenced to 14 years for a horrific sexual attack on a woman in a London apartment. Read the full details of the case and the police investigation.
Nuneaton asylum seeker: 'Somalia is safer' amid protests
An asylum seeker in the small Midlands town of Nuneaton has made a desperate plea, claiming he felt safer in war-torn Somalia, as tensions over the UK's immigration policy reach a boiling point with nightly protests.
UK to close asylum hotels early, saving £1bn
The Home Office has announced a major acceleration of its plan to end the use of hotels for asylum seekers, with new figures revealing a potential £1 billion saving for taxpayers.
Yvette Cooper pledges to end asylum hotel use and stop small boats
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows a Labour government would rapidly clear the asylum backlog and end costly hotel use, while tackling small boat crossings with a new cross-border police unit.
Police officer punched at London anti-asylum protest
Violence erupts at London anti-asylum protest as Metropolitan Police officer assaulted and four individuals arrested following clashes in Westminster.
Labour overhauls asylum policy amid Reform UK poll surge
Exclusive: Labour faces mounting pressure as new polling shows Reform UK gaining ground. Lord Falconer reveals plans to end costly hotel use for asylum seekers, signalling a major policy shift.
Epping Asylum Protests: Four Arrested in Tense Standoff
Tensions flared in Epping as far-right protesters clashed with police outside a hotel housing asylum seekers. Four arrests were made during the demonstration, which saw heated exchanges and a significant police presence.
Teen Girl Stabbed in Dutch Park, Asylum Seeker Held
A 15-year-old girl has been stabbed to death in a Dutch park, with a young male asylum seeker now in custody. The case ignites a fierce debate on immigration and public safety in the Netherlands.
Court Blocks Asylum Seeker Eviction from Epping Hotel
In a major legal victory for migrant rights, the Court of Appeal has overturned a decision to remove asylum seekers from an Epping hotel. Discover the human rights arguments that secured their stay.
Court Overturns Ban on Epping Asylum Seeker Hotel
In a significant legal reversal, the Court of Appeal has quashed Epping Forest District Council's ban on using the Bell Hotel to house asylum seekers. The ruling, citing flawed decision-making, is a major victory for the Home Office and sets a crucial pre
Labour's Radical Plan to Tackle UK's Asylum Hotel Crisis
Exclusive: The new government unveils a radical strategy to move asylum seekers out of expensive hotels and into cheaper, more secure accommodation, aiming to save billions and tackle the legacy backlog.
Switzerland Riots: Lausanne Erupts After Police Shooting
The Swiss city of Lausanne has been plunged into chaos following the fatal police shooting of a teenage migrant, sparking nights of violent riots, arson, and clashes with authorities.
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