Braverman battles on to control Britain’s borders

Far from giving up over plans to send asylum seekers overseas, she is seeking new Rwanda-style deals with at least three countries. It’s clear that she has the support of Conservative MPs who are ready to defend her to the hilt.Away from the Westminster hothouse, what matters most to the British public is the creation of an immigration system that works.Whether Ms Braverman’s bold plans are the answer is something we shall learn.One of the biggest problems is the length of time required to process asylum seekers before a decision is made about their claim. It means they are able to remain in the UK for long periods at huge cost to taxpayers.The biggest improvement that could be made to the system today would be to clear the backlog of cases and ensure that new arrivals are dealt with quickly, so that those who should not be here are removed swiftly.Ms Braverman’s political opponents appear to believe she is in a precarious position but voters will share her belief that those who come here illegally should not be allowed to make their homes in the UK. The Home Secretary has come up with a new Rwanda-style migrant scheme (Image: Getty)The Daily Express is campaigning to ensure the pensions triple lock is restored so that older people receive the help they need in the face of rising energy bills and food prices.Our petition has now been signed by more than 175,000 people, in a magnificent show of support by our readers for some of the nation’s most vulnerable people.Unfortunately, the latest comments from Number 10 officials show why our campaign is so essential.Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has made it clear he does not feel duty-bound to honour promises such as the 2019 Conservative election manifesto pledge to maintain the triple lock.It’s true that circumstances have changed since then, due to the Covid crisis and global economic turmoil. But those who depend on their pensions to keep themselves warm and fed must be treated as a priority.What better reminder could there be of the late Queen’s long life of service to her country than newly-published photographs of her as a wartime mechanic, taken when she was barely into adulthood.They will delight all those who see them. Her Majesty is sorely missed, but she would also be very proud of her son, the King, who is doing a wonderful job so far.