Written questions

Asylum: Iran

Commons · Question 105831 · Tabled 14 Jan 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 19 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by Rosena Allin-Khan

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she has made a recent assessment of the adequacy of UK asylum and visa policies, in the context of Iranian nationals potentially seeking refuge.

Answer

Answered by Alex Norris, 19 Jan 2026

The UK has a proud history of providing protection and we continue to welcome refugees and people in need through our safe and legal routes. However, there is no provision within our Immigration Rules for someone to be allowed to travel to the UK to seek ...