Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:59pm on 09 Nov 2023,Thursday International
The UK government has added India to an expanded list of 'safe' countries, making it easier to deport illegal Indian immigrants. The move will speed up returning Indians travelling illegally to the UK and prevent them seeking asylum. Home Secretary Suella Braverman said this will strengthen immigration rules and stop dangerous journeys. It follows a surge in small boat crossings from India. Designating India as safe means illegal arrivals can't make protection claims. The list includes countries where there is no general risk of persecution. The UK says India meets the criteria after rigorous assessment.
