Kemi Badenoch explores visa cap as Conservatives eye return to power

Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the Conservative Party, is considering a cap on visas if the party returns to power. She acknowledged past failures in immigration promises and plans to review existing policies and treaties, including human rights laws. Badenoch indicated that the Conservatives might revive deportations for individuals arriving by small boats but did not commit to the previous Rwanda plan. She emphasized the need for a detailed plan before setting a specific cap on migration numbers. Current immigration levels are significantly higher than in 2019, despite previous Tory efforts to reduce them. The Home Office minister criticized Badenoch's proposals, stating they lack new ideas and reflect past failures.