https://tankie.tube/videos/watch/a860fa69-8c6e-43fb-bcfa-779b3b245235 The British Labour government’s new asylum plan appears to mark a dramatic shift in UK immigration policy. The proposals include temporary refugee status, stricter routes to settlement, reduced support - and, controversially, allowing officials to seize cash, jewellery, and other valuables from people seeking asylum to offset accommodation costs. Critics say the move echoes some of Europe’s darkest history, while supporters argue it will deter irregular migration and regain political control. These reforms have triggered backlash from human rights groups, former party leaders, and even praise from figures on the far right. Support stories that matter. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0fZh5SBxxMNYdg0VzRFkg/join Catch previous episodes of MEE LIVE, our biweekly news programme exploring the stories shaping our world through breaking coverage, expert analysis, and hard-hitting interviews. Originally airing Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12pm ET | 5pm BST Got a story tip or question? Reach us at MEELive@middleeasteye.org Subscribe to our channel: http://ow.ly/AVlW30n1OWH Subscribe to MEE Telegram channel to stay up to date: https://t.me/MiddleEastEye_TG Middle East Eye Website: https://middleeasteye.net Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@middleeasteye Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/MiddleEastEye Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/MiddleEastEye Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MiddleEastEye Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:47:16 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://tankie.tube https://tankie.tube/lazy-static/avatars/3ba3ff73-a8b6-49c9-add8-9653ef090c7f.webp https://tankie.tube/videos/watch/a860fa69-8c6e-43fb-bcfa-779b3b245235 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://tankie.tube/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.