Shabana Mahmood: “Today, our appeals tribunal is overwhelmed. As a result, people are gaming the system, lodging vexatious appeals to…”

My message to the Eritrean government is simple: take back your nationals or face a complete ban on your citizens entering the UK.

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.

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

Today I also announce an independent root-and-branch review of the protective security provided by the state to those in public life.