Written question asked by Rupert Lowe (Restore Britain) on Thursday, 11 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 June 2026. It was answered by Alex Norris (Labour) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.
Undocumented Migrants: Boats
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what operational guidance is in place for Border Force on the handling and disposal of small boats used by migrants arriving in the UK; and whether summary information on that guidance is published.
- Answer
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All vessels that have been subject to seizure are held by Border Force until the completion of criminal investigations and any resulting legal proceedings. The boats/dinghies/engines are disposed of by Border Force's approved contractors and, where appropriate, any suitable component materials are recycled.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 9308
- Session
- 2026-27
- Related items
- Subjects
- Boats Undocumented migrants English Channel UK Border Force
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- 2026-07-03 14:13:10 +0100
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