Hundreds of masked, black‑clad men did block roads around the Port of Dover — but none of the authoritative reports describes “500 paramilitary thugs storming the port,” nor any confirmed violence or attacks on motorists. The language circulating online is exaggerated compared with verified news coverage. Hundreds of masked men — dressed in black, manyContinue reading “The ‘Paramilitary’ Claim Is Nonsense”
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Shabana Mahmood Will Tighten Asylum Handouts
Asylum seekers who perpetrate crimes or work illegally are to be chucked out of taxpayer-funded accommodation and lose their handouts. The rule changes, first announced last November, mean only those with legitimate asylum claims who follow the rules will get support, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will say on Thursday. The measures, coming into force in June,Continue reading “Shabana Mahmood Will Tighten Asylum Handouts”