We had always given sanctuary to those who needed it, she said, only now we would kick them out as soon as possible

I know some of these measures will face opposition. But a country without secure borders is less safe for those who look like me, says Shabana Mahmood, the home secretary

Shabana Mahmood is set to rewrite how Britain grants refuge to those fleeing conflict and upheaval with a statement in the House of Commons on Monday

We had always given sanctuary to those who needed it, she said, only now we would kick them out as soon as possible