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Written question asked by James McMurdock (Independent (affiliation)) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Jo White (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.

Undocumented Migrants: Spain

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether the Government has contingency plans for responding to increased illegal migration from southern Europe.

Answer

The Government keeps all migration risks under constant review. While the operation of the Schengen Area is a matter for the EU and Schengen member countries, the Government continues to monitor the situation closely. We note Spain’s cooperation with Morocco to bring the situation swiftly under control; that over 97% of those who crossed into Ceuta have now returned to Morocco; and that permanent border controls remain in place between Ceuta and mainland Spain.

Based on the information currently available, there is no evidence that the events in Ceuta have created a new route to the UK. The Prime Minister has offered support to Prime Minister Sánchez following the incident, and the Government is working closely with Spanish and Moroccan counterparts. The Government keeps all migration risks under constant review and continues to work with international partners to strengthen border security, tackle illegal migration and disrupt organised immigration crime.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
25681
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Undocumented migrants Spain
Link
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