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France and UK Sign New Migrant Return Deal

Authorities agree to return some boat arrivals to France under new arrangement

12 July 2025 · 00:43 UTC

The UK and France have finalized a new migration deal aimed at returning certain migrants who arrive by boat in Britain back to France.

Both governments say the agreement is designed to reduce dangerous Channel crossings and strengthen bilateral cooperation, despite critics warning of legal and humanitarian challenges.