Eva Vlaardingerbroek, a Dutch conservative political influencer, has lost her authorization for visa travel to the United Kingdom. Vlaardingerbroek shared a photograph on X of an email from the UK government notifying her that her electronic travel authorization (ETA) has been revoked, meaning she cannot travel to the UK without a visa.
The email cited the reason for this decision as Vlaardingerbroek’s “presence in the UK is not considered to be conducive to the public good,” a statement that she expresses confusion about. “I don’t know what that means,” she stated, questioning the criteria for entering the country. “Since when is being conducive to the public good a requirement to enter a country? I mean especially the United Kingdom, where, if I’m not mistaken, thousands of illegal immigrants enter through the channel every day. Nobody’s asking them to be conducive to the public good,” she added.
Vlaardingerbroek is known for her strong opposition to mass migration in the UK, arguing that open border policies have led to an influx of violent criminals, jeopardizing public safety. Just three days prior to the news of her ETA termination, she publicly criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his proposed crackdown on the social media platform X, highlighting his perceived hypocrisy regarding safety concerns for women in light of ongoing issues related to migrant crime.
In her remarks directed towards Starmer, she accused him of neglecting the ongoing dangers posed by migrant gangs. “Evil, despicable man,” she wrote on X, drawing attention to her fierce stance on immigration and public safety.
Vlaardingerbroek last visited the UK to attend a rally organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, where she wore a T-shirt emblazoned with the words “Generation Remigration,” which refers to calls for mass deportations. Her views have resonated with certain segments of the conservative community, gaining support from notable figures such as commentator Megyn Kelly, who echoed Vlaardingerbroek’s sentiments about her visa denial, describing it as “insane.”
This development occurs amid growing tensions between American and European leaders, particularly concerning regulations imposed on social media companies. The situation highlights the ongoing debates surrounding immigration, public safety, and the role of social media in regulating discourse within both the UK and broader European Union. The clash of values on these fronts continues to shape political conversations, spotlighting the different approaches each region takes towards governance and public policy.