RAMP (Refugee, Asylum and Migration Policy)

RAMP works with political leaders across the political spectrum to re-imagine a world-class migration system for a successful and integrated Britain.

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In her response, the Home Secretary said that removals of foreign national offenders have increased significantly, with around 60,000 removals since the government took office, and are expected to continue rising. (7)

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RAMP Principals Tony Vaughan KC MP, David Simmonds MP, and Chris Murray MP spoke at Home Office Oral Questions this week.🧵(1)

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Chris Murray MP highlighted an increase in the removal of foreign national offenders and highlighted reinvigorating neighbourhood policing as key to addressing crime in communities. (6)

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She highlighted concerns about the potential impact of the changes on integration, noting that leaving refugees in prolonged uncertainty could undermine their ability to integrate into local communities.

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RAMP Principal Olivia Blake MP spoke on Politics Live in response to the Home Secretary’s asylum policy announcement, which proposed making refugee status temporary and subject to review every 30 months.

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Other parliamentarians at the debate referred to examples from their constituencies also raising concerns about retrospectivity, noting that migrants planned their lives around a 5-year settlement route and that mid-way rule changes affect fairness, trust, and credibility. (5)

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Yesterday there was a Westminster Hall Debate hosted by Tony Vaughan MP on Indefinite Leave to Remain following e-petition 727372 and e-petition 746363 . 🧵(1)

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He also discussed the impact of the No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) policy, noting concerns that it can leave migrant families financially vulnerable, affect integration, and that prolonged insecurity may have wider implications for social cohesion. (4)

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He also said the government is piloting a scheme in four councils that provides access to immigration advice, short-term accommodation, and a named Home Office contact for rough sleeping.

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Today RAMP Principal Olivia Blake MP hosted a Westminster Hall Debate yesterday on and No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) and homelessness. 🧵

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In response, Minister Mike Tapp said that the Home Office has made a commitment to ensure councils receive data on 100% of newly granted refugees at risk, enabling homelessness assessments within two days of asylum support ending and 14 days of family visa issue.