“For our country to be truly sovereign, we must be able to decide who enters our territory and on what terms.”

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The quote says that sovereignty depends on controlling a country's borders and setting the rules for entry. It presents immigration control as a basic requirement of national independence.

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Originally said in English.

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About Suella Braverman

British politician and barrister

Suella Braverman is a British politician and barrister best known for serving twice as Home Secretary, first in 2022 and then again from 2022 to 2023. She has 100 quotes on the site. Her public record is tied to senior office in the UK government, where she held responsibility for home affairs during two short terms. The available facts place her as a lawyer and political figure, with her name most often associated with that ministerial role.

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