Kemi Badenoch outlines tougher immigration policy as new Conservative leader

Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the Conservative Party, has announced a tougher stance on immigration. She aims to reduce net migration and enforce stricter measures against foreign criminals. Badenoch also plans to review the UK's membership in the European Convention on Human Rights. Recent official figures indicate a decline in net migration, attributed to tighter visa rules from the previous government. Badenoch's approach contrasts with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's more cautious stance on immigration, as she seeks to regain public trust on this issue. Badenoch's proposals include a Rwanda-style deterrent for illegal migrants and an emphasis on integration into British society. Her leadership marks a significant shift in the party's immigration policy, responding to voter concerns that contributed to the Conservatives' recent electoral losses.