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Mahmood promises action against 'sham lawyers' abusing asylum system after BBC investigation
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood pledges to crack down on 'sham lawyers' exploiting the asylum system, following a BBC investigation revealing firms charging migrants to fake being gay to remain in the UK. The Home Office and regulatory bodies are investigating the fraudulent claims, which make up a significant portion of asylum applications.
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