BREAKING: UK Halts Fast-Track Visas for Democratic Republic of Congo.

The UK is imposing visa restrictions due to DRC's failure to cooperate on migrant returns. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the move.

Ministers say the DRC has not met requirements under new, stricter asylum rules announced in November. VIPs and politicians will no longer receive preferential treatment.

Angola and Namibia have agreed to cooperate on citizen returns after facing similar threats. The Home Office is prepared to extend visa bans to other countries if needed.

This is a developing story. More updates to follow.