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Written question asked by Henry Smith (Conservative) on Wednesday, 6 March 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 12 March 2024 (named day). It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 12 March 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Undocumented Migrants

Question

To ask the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, what diplomatic steps his Department is taking to help tackle illegal migration.

Answer

We [FCDO] are engaging with international partners on a 'whole of route' approach to addressing irregular migration. This includes a multi-year operational plan with France to stop small boats, developing partnerships to tackle organised immigration crime, improving returns processes and working with partner countries through international fora to address the root causes of irregular migration, such as conflict and climate change.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
901949
Session
2023-24
Unstarred
Yes
Subjects
Undocumented migrants
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk