India, June 28 -- Shabana Mahmood Refugee Sponsorship Scheme: The UK government has announced plans to introduce new Canada-inspired safe and legal asylum routes, allowing eligible refugees to come to Britain through sponsorship by community groups, trusted universities and, later, employers. The proposal, unveiled by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, is part of a wider Immigration and Asylum Bill aimed at creating legal pathways for genuine refugees while tightening rules against illegal migration and abuse of the asylum system. The new sponsorship model is expected to begin rolling out from autumn 2026, although full operational details are yet to be published.

What is Shabana Mahmood Refugee Sponsorship Scheme?

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