The UN criticizes the proposals, warning they could damage Britain’s global reputation.
Priti Patel’s controversial plans to send asylum seekers to other European countries have been rejected by every European nation, sources reveal. The UK Home Secretary had proposed an immigration overhaul that included deporting migrants who enter the UK illegally to countries like France, but no European country has agreed to participate in the scheme.
The United Nations refugee agency has also raised concerns, warning that the proposals could undermine international law and Britain’s credibility on the global stage. In response to Patel’s plans, the UN is preparing to release a legal opinion that is expected to conclude her asylum policies are both unworkable and in violation of international legislation.
Despite the widespread backlash, Patel’s asylum plan will be featured in the Queen’s speech, which outlines the UK government’s legislative priorities for the year ahead. As the proposals face growing opposition both domestically and internationally, the future of the plan remains uncertain.
