Colin Yeo
Barrister and immigration law expert who founded the Free Movement project and authored writing on Britain’s immigration and asylum system, providing legal analysis and policy critique.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 3min
On Politics: Inside Britain’s Asylum System
Colin Yeo, a barrister and immigration law expert, and Nicola Kelly, a writer and former Home Office civil servant, dive deep into Britain's asylum system. They explore the recent proposals by the Labour party, emphasizing the detrimental effects of longer probationary periods on integration. Nicola highlights the human toll of draconian policies, advocating for a compassionate public discourse. They also discuss the origins of small boat crossings and challenge the narratives linking asylum seekers to crime, suggesting practical policy fixes to address ongoing issues.
Sep 24, 2024 • 27min
Can we solve the small boat crisis? – immigration barrister Colin Yeo and Ros Taylor discuss
Colin Yeo, an immigration barrister and author of the Free Movement blog, teams up with host Ros Taylor to tackle the pressing small boat crisis. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding asylum claims and the evolving demographics of arrivals. Yeo challenges the effectiveness of deterrent policies, highlighting real motivations behind migration. They also delve into the intricacies of asylum processing in the UK and Europe, examining the ethical implications of immigration strategies and the influence of organized crime on this complex issue.
