Asylum Policy

Debate between Shabana Mahmood and Robin Swann
Monday 17th November 2025

(3 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Shabana Mahmood Portrait Shabana Mahmood
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My hon. Friend is absolutely right, and I endorse every word that she said.

Robin Swann Portrait Robin Swann (South Antrim) (UUP)
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The common travel area allows movement across the UK, Northern Ireland and to the Republic of Ireland. It has been reported in the Irish media that a UK Home Office official briefed the Irish Department of Justice in regard to what the Home Secretary is bringing forward. Can I ask her what is the Irish Government’s response to the proposals?

Shabana Mahmood Portrait Shabana Mahmood
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I am afraid I do not recognise the briefing the hon. Member refers to.

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