Red Wall backbenchers push for limits on Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights
SIR Keir Starmer is facing demands from his own MPs to restrict human rights laws that currently prevent the deportation of foreign criminals and failed asylum seekers. Backbenchers from the Red Wall are calling for controls on how Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which covers the right to family life, is used in courts to obstruct removals.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper reviews system amid controversial rulings
The pressure on Starmer comes as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper conducts a review of the current system following a series of contentious court decisions. One case involved a foreign criminal avoiding deportation despite their spouse's passing, while another case saw an Albanian criminal permitted to remain in the country because his son refused to eat foreign chicken nuggets.
Labour MPs want stricter control on immigration and asylum
Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash emphasized the necessity for ministers to ensure that laws are being implemented in the best interests of the nation. He highlighted the large number of Labour MPs who are eager to address the concerns of their constituents by pushing for tighter controls on immigration and asylum.
MPs to attend briefing with leading barrister on the issue
MPs are set to participate in a briefing session with a prominent barrister in Parliament today to delve deeper into the complexities surrounding human rights laws and deportation.
