Will Labour’s VISA crackdown benefit the UK?

06 May 2025 • 16 min • EN
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The Home Office has announced plans to crackdown on VISA applications to the UK. Under the proposed crackdown, applications from people who fit the profile of someone who may claim asylum and who are from countries with high rates of asylum claims will be rejected. The London Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford discusses the ins and outs of the plans, and considers whether the crackdown will ultimately benefit the UK. Plus, Entertainment Editor Lisa Mcloughlin discusses the outfits, celeb goss and drama from the 2025 Met Gala, including the celebs whose designs were more 'Meh Gala'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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