Why this matters: Allegations of abuse raise concerns about fairness and integrity of the asylum system. It may impact policy and public trust. Date: 16 April 2026 Tags: UK, Politics, Immigration Summary: Home Office investigating reports migrants made false claims to remain in the UK. Claims include pretending to be gay or victims of domestic abuse. Shabana Mahmood said abuse of the system is “beyond contempt”. BBC investigation found advisers coaching migrants to fabricate