An inspection of the UK border’s refusal and cancellation processes, covering September 2025 to February 2026, was published by the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration on 25 June 2026. The review found that while no evidence of inappropriate refusals existed, the current system lacks a coherent national strategy. Priorities are inconsistently defined, and practices vary across airports, seaports and overseas controls. Data collection and assurance arrangements are under‑developed, limiting effective performance assessment. The report also notes that the historic, face‑to‑face model has not fully aligned with plans for a digital, contactless border, including the introduction of electronic travel authorisation. The inspector’s two recommendations were accepted in full by the Home Secretary, and implementation work is underway.
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