To strengthen the powers and surveillance capability of our border guards and security
officers, we will now integrate the vital work of the Border and Immigration Agency, Customs and UK
Visas overseas and at the main points of entry to the UK and establish a unified border force.
We therefore believe that if the government is to get to grips with immigration abuse, it must re-introduce a mandatory interview with an entry clearance
officer at
overseas Consulates in countries of concern to ensure the genuine nature of the marriage before a
visa is issued.