Table of Contents
- EU Migrant Deal Overview
- Deportation Pacts with Non-EU Nations
- Return Regulation Explained
- Public Pressure and Political Responses
- Labour's Criticism of the Rwanda Plan
EU leaders are advancing with a Rwanda-style migrant agreement, just months after Labour abandoned Britain's plan.
Brussels has approved proposals allowing member states to establish their own deportation agreements with non-EU countries to remove unsuccessful asylum seekers.
Labour abandoned Britain’s Rwanda migrant plan, as shown in this image of a hostel in the African nationCredit: Simon Jones
Sir Keir Starmer is moving forward with his own ‘return hub’ initiativeCredit: Getty
Countries will have the ability to transport migrants to “return hubs” without any direct connection to the individuals.
The new policy, known as the Return Regulation, mandates that every EU country acknowledge each other's deportation orders to expedite expulsions across the union.
This regulation must be ratified by the European Parliament before it can take effect.
Officials indicate that the initiative aims to strengthen border controls as public demand rises and new political groups advocate for a firmer stance on illegal immigration.
Brussels acknowledges that only 20 percent of deportation orders are currently enforced and seeks harsher penalties for those who refuse to comply.
Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer is advancing his own plan as he seeks to reduce Channel crossings.
However, his proposal would only send migrants abroad for their claims to be evaluated, not for permanent removal.
The Shadow Home Secretary stated: “Even the EU is now considering returning illegal immigrants to safe third countries.
“It is disgraceful that Labour canceled the Rwanda plan just days before flights were set to commence.
“Due to this decision by Keir Starmer, the UK now lacks any deterrent, and as a result, illegal immigration has surged.”
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp asserts that the UK has been ‘left without a deterrent’Credit: PA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EU's new migrant deal about?
The EU is implementing a new policy that allows member states to create their own deportation agreements with non-EU countries to remove unsuccessful asylum seekers.
What is the Return Regulation?
The Return Regulation is a new EU policy that requires all member states to recognize each other's deportation orders, facilitating faster expulsions across the bloc.
What are the criticisms from Labour regarding the Rwanda plan?
Labour criticized the cancellation of the Rwanda migrant plan, claiming it left the UK without a deterrent against illegal immigration, leading to a surge in such cases.
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