A new report by the Open Rights Group (ORG) highlights flaws and potential risks associated with the UK government's e-Visa scheme, warning that it has the potential to become the next Windrush scandal. The e-Visa is intended to serve as proof of entry eligibility, right to work, and access to financial and housing services. The report warns that electronic failures within the system could lead to tens or hundreds of thousands of errors, potentially resulting in individuals being turned down for jobs or unable to enter the country. The report also criticises the Home Office's decision to implement unnecessary real-time online checks each time the e-visa is accessed, citing the potential for technical errors and highlighting the threats to human rights posed by the digital-only approach, especially for vulnerable groups.
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