Shabana Mahmood: “Those faking persecution are beneath contempt and mock real victims who need protection.”

We owe it to them and to everyone who believes in a fair and open country to ensure that those who serve at all levels receive the protection they deserve.

I would not hesitate to impose further measures on other countries refusing to co-operate.

Robust debate and criticism are part of this job - threats, abuse and violence are not.

Eritrea has had every chance to accept the return of criminals and those with no right to be in the UK. Unlike other countries, it has refused.