Politics “Play ball” or lose visa access, UK home secretary warns Shabana Mahmood’s threat comes as Labour government tries to tackle small-boat crossings iStock.com/Yau Ming Low Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Tuesday 09 September 2025 The UK could suspend issuing visas to countries that do not agree take back citizens who had illegally entered Britain, the new home secretary has said as she vowed to secure the bo Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Visas Data reveals nationalities most likely to be denied UK work visas Sponsorship First wave of immigration changes roll out from UK white paper Visas MPs warn of gaps in UK Skilled Worker visa oversight Compliance UK set to expand illegal working regime