Pure propaganda to suggest they're getting a grip on asylum
In 2025, the H.O. approved c. 60%-65% of asylum applications (incl. appeals)
Portugal approved only 3% - 8%!
Even France only approves c. 40%-50%
Crucially, UK approves those who were REFUSED in EU countries
The EU average is 36%, almost HALF our 60%-65%.
The Home Office's high approval rating is a major pull factor.
A significant percentage of certain nationalities (Eritreans, Afghans, Sudanese, Iraqis etc.) apply for asylum in the UK after having their applications rejected by other European nations
Disgraceful for the Home Office to try to put a positive spin on this.
There is no reason the UK can't be more like Portugal - other than a lack of political and civil service will.
Asylum decisions have quadrupled.
The asylum backlog is now down from its peak of 175,000 to 49,000 people awaiting a decision - the lowest level since 2019.
More decisions mean more asylum hotel closures and more illegal migrants removed or deported.