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Business of the House

It is important that those who can be returned safely and securely to their countries of origin should be returned. My right hon. Friend the Home Secretary is assiduous in making sure that, where we can do so, the British taxpayer does not bear the burden of overseas nationals in our prison facilities. However, it is equally important that we give effect to the decisions of the courts. I am sure the hon. Gentleman would otherwise have been congratulating the Government on ensuring that we take firm action in relation to those who break our laws.