The Peter McCormack Show #037 - Tony Smith - Immigration Policies, Terrorism, Security, and Global Trends
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Jan 3, 2025 Tony Smith, the former Head of the UK Border Force, shares his extensive expertise in immigration and border control. He discusses the intricate challenges of managing modern borders, emphasizing the impact of asylum policies and illegal immigration. Tony delves into controversial topics like the Rwanda Plan and the balance between human rights and national security. He highlights the evolving landscape post-9/11, the need for evidence-based reforms, and the importance of collaboration in combating terrorism.
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Border Control Complexity
- Border control involves much more than passport checks at airports.
- Many hidden complexities exist that the public doesn't see.
Political Spin in Immigration
- Governments control the information released about border control.
- Journalists scrutinize this information, seeking truth beneath political spin.
Career Progression
- Tony Smith's career began in 1975 at Heathrow, checking passports.
- He rose through the ranks to Head of UK Border Force over 41 years.