London [UK], November 18: British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will ban three countries from accessing UK visas if they fail to take back illegal migrants as she plans to overhaul human rights law as part of a sweeping reform of the asylum system.
Three African countries, Angola, Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo, will face visa sanctions, blocking their tourists, VIPs and business people from travelling to Britain if they do not co-operate more on the removal of illegal migrants.
The move was reportedly inspired by Trump administration homeland security secretary Kristi Noem, according to the Times. Mahmood said: "In Britain, we play by the rules. When I said there would be penalties for countries that do not take back criminals and illegal immigrants, I meant it.
"My message to foreign governments today is clear: accept the return of your citizens or lose the privilege of entering our country." Mahmood was set to rewrite how Britain grants refuge to those fleeing conflict and upheaval with a statement in the House of Commons on Monday. (PA Media/dpa)
Source: Qatar Tribune
