The Council of Europe has raised concerns over the rights of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants following Finland’s temporary total border closure with Russia. Meanwhile, the BBC has reported that some migrants on the Russian sid1
President Emmanuel Macron wants to reform immigration law with stricter deportation measures. But migrants and refugees protesting against the reform say its severity is unprecedented.
What happens to undocumented migrants who are put into prison in Bulgaria? What's behind the increase in pushbacks and violence against migrants at the Turkish-Bulgarian border? How safe are migrant women traversing this EU border?1
Germany has outlined plans that will allow people who live in the country to become citizens faster. For example, the period of mandatory residence is set to be reduced from eight to five years. And dual citizenship will be possible.
European countries are considering new policies that could see children as young as six held in immigration detention. The changes were agreed during 'jumbo' negotiations on reforming the EU's asylum rules.