Yusuf in clash with Jenrick over Reform deportation policy
Zia Yusuf and Robert Jenrick from Reform UK have publicly disagreed over the party's deportation policy. Yusuf stated that foreign nationals living in social housing would be deported at taxpayer expense, contradicting Jenrick's comments that suggested a more lenient approach. The disagreement has drawn criticism from political rivals, who argue that it reflects a lack of coherence within the party's immigration strategy.
- ▪Zia Yusuf disagreed with Robert Jenrick over Reform UK's deportation policy.
- ▪Yusuf stated that foreign nationals in social housing would be deported at taxpayer expense.
- ▪Critics argue that the disagreement shows Reform UK is not a serious party.
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Yusuf in clash with Jenrick over Reform deportation policyJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleRichard Wheeler,Political reporterandAlex Forsyth,Political correspondentPA MediaZia Yusuf has publicly disagreed with Reform UK colleague Robert Jenrick over the details of the party's deportation policy.Treasury spokesman Jenrick had said foreign nationals would not be removed just because they live in social housing, but also if they were not working or earning enough.But Yusuf, the home affairs spokesman, said Jenrick's answer was "not Reform policy" and the party would look to remove foreign nationals living in social housing "at taxpayer expense" from the UK.Home Office minister Mike Tapp said Reform were "making it up as they go along", while Conservative MP Chris Philp said it…
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