The Latest Breaking News from the Home Office

Pakistani was the most common nationality among asylum applicants in 2024/25.

Asylum seekers are housed in hotels if there is not enough space in accommodation provided by local authorities or other organisations.

The ‘Let’s Be Blunt’ campaign aims to create less potential for violent crime on the streets

Leanne Lucas is launching Let’s Be Blunt to encourage a move away from pointed blades.

The Government’s new knife surrender scheme will also fund 37 bins for young people to dispose of weapons.

The Home Office will introduce new laws that will allow the UK to proscribe state-based groups such as Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

In autumn 2022, overcrowding at migrant processing centres prompted national outrage. As the truth of the conditions inside began to emerge, British Red Cross staff were on site trying to support residents. Emails, performance reports and letters released to Holly Bancroft show how the charity was battling to get officials…

Problem-hit Home Office online system is replacing physical proof of right to work and live in Britain

Refuges turn down 65% of requests for support, says parliamentary committee calling for better monitoring