More foreign criminals to be deported under expanded scheme
Summary
The UK government plans to expand its "deport now, appeal later" scheme, adding 15 new countries to the list where foreign criminals can be deported before appealing their cases. This expansion aims to prevent foreign offenders from misusing the UK's immigration system. The new policy will apply to countries such as Canada, India, and Australia, bringing the total number of participating countries to 23.Key Facts
- The UK is expanding a scheme to deport foreign criminals before their appeals are heard.
- Fifteen new countries are being added to the participation list, including Canada, India, and Australia.
- This policy change brings the total number of countries in the scheme to 23.
- Offenders can appeal their deportation via video link from their home countries.
- The policy aims to stop criminals from staying in the UK while waiting for appeal outcomes.
- Foreign nationals with refused human rights claims will be removed from the UK.
- Critics warn that some countries might not accept individuals deported under this scheme.
- Foreign offenders make up about 12% of the UK prison population, and prison costs are significant.
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