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UK Government Reports Record Deportations of Illegal Migrants Since Taking Office

UK Government Reports Record Deportations of Illegal Migrants Since Taking Office

Approximately 19,000 illegal migrants have been removed from the UK, reflecting a significant increase in immigration enforcement under the Labour Government.
The Home Office of the United Kingdom has reported that nearly 19,000 illegal migrants have been deported since the Labour Party came to power in July 2024. This figure includes 18,987 individuals who were returned to a variety of countries across Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa, and encompasses foreign criminals as well as individuals deemed ineligible for asylum.

Among these, 5,074 deportations were carried out forcibly, marking a 24% increase in forced returns compared to the previous year, where 4,089 individuals were forcibly removed.

The rise in removals has been associated with a comprehensive escalation in immigration enforcement strategies, involving the reallocation of 1,000 staff to focus exclusively on immigration matters.

Additionally, the Home Office has reported a 38% increase in illegal working raids, targeting establishments such as nail bars and car washes in London, as part of efforts to clamp down on illegal employment practices.

The current deportation figures represent the highest return rates observed in the UK since 2018, which have included four record charter flights, each carrying over 850 deportees.

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper commented, "To rebuild public confidence in the immigration system, we must ensure the rules are enforced." She attributed the increased resources dedicated to immigration enforcement to the government's broader "Plan for Change," which aims to address public concerns regarding asylum and immigration processes in the country.

In a parallel development, a survey conducted among migrant care workers in the UK revealed troubling findings regarding the conditions faced by those employed in the care sector.

The survey, which included over 3,000 respondents from various countries, indicated that a substantial number had paid illegal fees of up to £20,000 to secure job placements in the UK. The survey further detailed overcrowded and substandard living conditions for many of these workers, along with substantial reports of racism encountered in the workplace.

Nearly a quarter of surveyed individuals reported sharing accommodations, with some facing extremely overcrowded living situations.

The data has raised concerns about the treatment of migrant workers, who have been identified as key contributors to filling workforce gaps in the UK's care sector.

According to Skills for Care, approximately 131,000 social care roles in England were left vacant during the 2023/24 financial year.

Government sources indicated that there are plans for a new wave of immigration raids targeting illegal working, coinciding with the introduction of a new border security bill.

This initiative has been linked to the Labour Party's efforts to mitigate the political influence of the right-wing Reform UK party, which recently topped a YouGov poll for the first time.

The figures regarding deportations and the new enforcement measures come amid rising scrutiny of the government's immigration policies, with some Labour Party members expressing concern that the approach could mirror past measures that facilitated a hostile environment for undocumented migrants.

As the Labour government continues implementing these policies, implications for both migrant workers and the broader political landscape remain to be seen.
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