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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Reform UK) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026. It was answered by Hilary Benn (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Undocumented Migrants: Northern Ireland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on reducing illegal immigration from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland.

Answer

Reducing illegal immigration, for which the Home Office is primarily responsible, is a priority for this Government. The UK carries out intelligence led operations to target potential abuse of Common Travel Area routes, including between Ireland and Northern Ireland. These matters are discussed between Cabinet colleagues regularly.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
7996
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Undocumented migrants Northern Ireland Republic of Ireland
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk