Britain on Saturday signalled a far harsher turn in its immigration approach, unveiling plans for what officials are calling the most sweeping overhaul of the country’s asylum system in modern times. The reforms, modelled on Denmark’s much-criticised hard-line framework, represent a major shift for the Labour government as it faces growing anti-immigration sentiment and mounting pressure from the right-wing Reform UK party. Under proposals to be formally announced on Monday, UK home secretary Shabana Mahmood will introduce a series of strict measures, including a 20-year wait for anyone granted asylum before they can apply for permanent settlement. “This country has a proud tradition of welcoming those fleeing danger, but our generosity is drawing illegal migrants across the Ch

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