RAMP (Refugee, Asylum and Migration Policy)

She highlighted concerns about the potential impact of the changes on integration, noting that leaving refugees in prolonged uncertainty could undermine their ability to integrate into local communities.

RAMP Principal Olivia Blake MP spoke on Politics Live in response to the Home Secretary’s asylum policy announcement, which proposed making refugee status temporary and subject to review every 30 months.

Other parliamentarians at the debate referred to examples from their constituencies also raising concerns about retrospectivity, noting that migrants planned their lives around a 5-year settlement route and that mid-way rule changes affect fairness, trust, and credibility. (5)

He also discussed the impact of the No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) policy, noting concerns that it can leave migrant families financially vulnerable, affect integration, and that prolonged insecurity may have wider implications for social cohesion. (4)

Yesterday there was a Westminster Hall Debate hosted by Tony Vaughan MP on Indefinite Leave to Remain following e-petition 727372 and e-petition 746363 . 🧵(1)

He also said the government is piloting a scheme in four councils that provides access to immigration advice, short-term accommodation, and a named Home Office contact for rough sleeping.

In response, Minister Mike Tapp said that the Home Office has made a commitment to ensure councils receive data on 100% of newly granted refugees at risk, enabling homelessness assessments within two days of asylum support ending and 14 days of family visa issue.

Today RAMP Principal Olivia Blake MP hosted a Westminster Hall Debate yesterday on and No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) and homelessness. 🧵

Mahmood said public confidence relies on an asylum system that functions with order and control. She argued that the approach focuses on fairness and contribution to maintain support for the system and safe, legal routes.

Chris Murray MP said public support for refugees is strong when the system is orderly, noting that arrivals from Ukraine and Hong Kong caused no backlash. He asked how the plans would address unfairness in the asylum system and rebuild confidence in asylum and immigration.

There was a Commons Chamber debate yesterday following the Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood's announcement on major reforms to the UK asylum and migration system. RAMP Principals Tony Vaughan KC MP, Olivia Blake MP and Chris Murray MP took part in the debate. 🧵