Asylum seeker's 17-year wait for UK leave to remain
After fleeing torture, Ussu endured 17 years in UK asylum limbo facing homelessness, injury and legal battles. His story exposes systemic failures in Britain's immigration system.
After fleeing torture, Ussu endured 17 years in UK asylum limbo facing homelessness, injury and legal battles. His story exposes systemic failures in Britain's immigration system.
Ahmad Mulakhil pleads guilty to raping a 12-year-old girl in Warwickshire. The case prompted anti-asylum protests in Nuneaton and police policy changes. Read the full details.
England's housebuilding crisis worsens as developers face 'jaws of death' between rising costs and stagnant prices. Can the government's 1.5 million homes target be saved?
Residents of College Green in Croydon report years of neglect, including effluent leaks and no heating. The council has now promised a proper repair programme. Read their stories.
England's housebuilding slumps to a 9-year low as developers warn of a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and regulations. Can the government's 'Build, baby, build' ambition survive?
Plans to transform Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham into a 1,300-home neighbourhood with 60% social rent progress. Could this tackle the borough's housing crisis?
Labour's proposed asylum reforms face fierce criticism for undermining Britain's commitment to human rights and refugee protection. Experts warn these changes could violate international law.
Sadiq Khan urged to investigate claims GLA officials told developers to dig trenches to artificially boost affordable housing start numbers. Read the full story.
Greenwich Council approves 75 additional homes in Woolwich development. Local Sikh temple raises fire safety and noise complaint fears. Read the latest community impact analysis.
A look back at Denmark's 1985 asylum crisis reveals a nation grappling with identity and policy, offering lessons for the UK's current immigration debate. Explore the historical parallels.
Plans for a new town with 21,000 homes on protected Green Belt land in North London's Enfield face staunch opposition from locals and conservation groups. Discover the debate.
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
A North London family endured rats, leaks and mould as Harrow Council 'did not investigate' for 12 months, causing health issues. Discover the Housing Ombudsman's findings.
A disabled woman in Wandsworth says she feels trapped in her home as her visitors receive parking tickets, preventing her from going out. Her landlord is reviewing the situation.
The UK government unveils radical asylum reforms limiting permanent settlement, drawing inspiration from Denmark's controversial model. Explore the political implications and legal hurdles.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils controversial Denmark-inspired asylum reforms. Explore how the hardline approach compares and its potential impact on UK immigration.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's asylum reforms would require status reviews every 30 months for refugees, creating massive bureaucratic burden. Read the analysis.
The Home Office announces plans to deport families of failed asylum seekers, including children, to combat system 'exploitation'. Learn about the new policy and its implications.
Shabana Mahmood unveils controversial asylum reforms including 20-year settlement wait and bi-annual status reviews, drawing fierce criticism from religious leaders and campaigners.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's radical asylum plans face criticism from MP Stella Creasy, who warns of 'ICE-style raids' on British streets. Explore the political fallout.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils drastic asylum law reforms, including a 20-year wait for settlement and visa threats to nations. Labour MPs voice strong opposition ahead of crucial budget.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's Danish-inspired asylum system overhaul faces scrutiny. Will it restore government agenda after budget U-turn? Analysis of political implications.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces UK immigration reforms inspired by Denmark's controversial policies. Learn how this affects asylum seekers and British society.
The Campaign to Protect Rural England has issued corrected data on brownfield land capacity in England. Discover the updated figures and what this means for the housing crisis.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils 'sweeping reforms' to the UK asylum system, ending housing guarantees and introducing temporary refugee status. Learn about the new policies.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces sweeping asylum reforms, making housing and financial support discretionary. Learn how this impacts the system.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood reveals sweeping asylum reforms modelled on Denmark's approach, aiming to reduce Channel crossings and increase deportations.
Mohammed Fathi Eltbie, a failed asylum seeker, appears in court charged with raping a woman in Bournemouth. He denies the offence and remains in custody ahead of December plea hearing.
Senior GLA figure Abby Crisostomo argues that solving London's housing crisis doesn't require sacrificing nature. Discover how green infrastructure can enhance new developments.
The UK's new Labour government seeks to emulate Denmark's controversial asylum policies, which have drastically reduced refugee numbers but drawn international criticism. Explore the human impact.