Newshour Britain plans stricter laws for asylum seekers
Nov 16, 2025
Otto Sonnenholzner, former vice-president of Ecuador, shares insights on the country's referendum regarding foreign military bases to combat soaring crime rates. He highlights Ecuador's alarming rise in homicides and emphasizes the need for international cooperation, particularly against drug cartels. Sonnenholzner raises concerns about sovereignty and the legal implications of foreign military presence. Local perspectives reveal a mixed reaction, where violence fuels a desire for help while ensuring Ecuadorian interests remain safeguarded in such partnerships.
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UK Intends To Make Asylum Temporary
- The UK plans to make refugee status effectively temporary by extending permanent settlement from 5 to 20 years and reviewing status every 2.5 years.
- The aim is deterrence: reduce Channel crossings by signaling long-term stay won't follow irregular entry.
Pair Decisions With Real Removal Plans
- Do combine tougher asylum decisions with clear removal plans; approving or refusing without removals won’t fix backlog issues.
- Kevin Foster argues rapid grants could incentivize more crossings, so policy must deter smugglers too.
Denmark Shows Political Gains, Social Costs
- Denmark's model reduced asylum applications and boosted governing party polls by hardline rhetoric and deterrence measures.
- But it increased insecurity for refugees through frequent status reviews and broader social unwelcome.
