Another migrant crosses back to the UK under France returns deal
A second migrant removed under the France returns deal has crossed back into UK waters. The man arrived back on a dinghy on Remembrance Sunday, reports BritPanorama.
He was one of nearly 400 migrants intercepted in the Channel and brought into Dover by Border Force. This incident deals a significant blow to the Government’s “one-in-one-out” scheme, designed to send back anyone who crosses illegally while the UK accepts an equal number of documented asylum seekers.
This recent crossing follows the return of another migrant who managed to make two small-boat crossings in less than two months. A Home Office spokesperson stated, “Anyone looking to return to the UK after being removed under the UK-France agreement is wasting their time and money.”
The spokesperson further emphasized that this individual was detected by biometrics and detained immediately, with plans for expedited deportation back to France. “The message is clear: if you try to return to the UK, you will be sent back. We will do whatever it takes to scale up removals of illegal migrants and secure our borders,” they added.
Crossings surged again over the weekend as weather conditions improved. Approximately 1,772 migrants arrived in just three days, with figures indicating 621 on Thursday, 648 on Friday, and 503 on Saturday, averaging 71 people per dinghy. With Sunday’s numbers still pending, the total is expected to rise further.
This ongoing situation underscores the challenges faced by both the UK and its partners in managing cross-Channel migration amid increasing arrivals.
The influx of migrants raises crucial questions about border security, international agreements, and the pressing need for effective asylum policies, reflecting broader debates on immigration management in the UK.
