The United Kingdom is reportedly considering adopting Denmark’s tough immigration measures as part of its efforts to reduce the number of migrants entering the country.
According to government sources, UK officials have been studying Denmark’s approach, which includes strict border controls, offshore asylum processing centers, and limited welfare access for asylum seekers.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s administration is under growing pressure to address the rising number of migrants crossing the English Channel. Critics, however, argue that copying Denmark’s policies could violate international refugee laws and harm Britain’s global reputation.
Denmark’s immigration stance, once seen as extreme within Europe, has become a model for countries seeking to deter illegal migration. Danish authorities have even considered relocating asylum seekers to third countries while their applications are processed, a move that mirrors the UK’s controversial Rwanda plan.
Supporters of the policy claim it ensures fairness and prevents abuse of the asylum system, while opponents describe it as inhumane and politically motivated.
As the UK debates these measures, human rights organizations warn that adopting such strict policies could deepen the humanitarian crisis faced by refugees across Europe.