Awkward Interaction Reveals Labour’s Return of Just 42 Migrants Since August
During a recent appearance on the Trevor Phillips Sky breakfast show, Wes Streeting, a member of the Labour Party, faced tough questions regarding the government’s migrant return policy. Since the inception of the ‘one-in-one out’ scheme with France on August 5, only 42 migrants have been returned to France despite the arrival of 11,518 individuals who crossed the English Channel in small boats.
Migration Statistics from August to October
The statistics presented during the show highlight a significant imbalance in the handling of migrants:
- Date of scheme initiation: August 5
- Total migrants arriving in the UK: 11,518
- Migrants returned to France: 42
- Total funds transferred to France: £34 million
- Cost per returned migrant: £800,000
Response to Criticism
In response to the criticism from the host, Streeting emphasized that the scheme is still in its early days. He urged that these figures do not represent the complete scope of deportation efforts and reiterated that not all returnees are sent exclusively to France.
The discussion raises questions about the efficacy of the current migrant strategy. With significant funds allocated and few returns achieved, the Labour Party faces scrutiny over their immigration management. The situation evolves as the government seeks to improve the outcomes of this controversial initiative.
