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Written question asked by Lord Goodlad (Conservative) on Wednesday, 2 November 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 16 November 2022. It was answered by Lord Murray of Blidworth (Conservative) on Wednesday, 16 November 2022 on behalf of the Home Office.


Undocumented Migrants

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the government of France about the implementation of the 1995 agreement on the return of illegal immigrants; and what was the outcome of these discussions.

Answer

The 1995 agreement continues to be used to manage migration flows between France and the UK. It enables the return of illegal migrants seeking to irregularly enter both the UK and France.

The agreement is invoked when an individual without leave in either the UK or France seeks to enter via the Eurotunnel or Channel Port, when we can clearly indicate the time of embarkation and the individual does not claim asylum at the port.

We continue to work with France on this global migration crisis. We are aiming for solutions to collectively address the wide range of factors associated with migrant movements across Europe and the Channel.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3144
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Immigration controls Undocumented migrants International cooperation France
Link
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