In a historic first, a migrant who crossed the Channel in a small boat has been returned to France under the UK's new bilateral agreement, signalling a major shift in immigration enforcement.
Home Secretary Suella Braverman faces scathing criticism from charities and MPs over new asylum rules, accused of endangering vulnerable refugees and violating international law.
Home Secretary James Cleverly issues a formal request to French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin to stop all migrant Channel crossings, escalating diplomatic tensions over the small boats crisis.
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's immigration intake is not 'out of control' but has been steadily declining for more than 12 months, challenging political rhetoric with hard data.
Exclusive investigation reveals how record-breaking net migration is overwhelming Britain's housing market, with local councils warning of an acute shortage of homes, schools, and GP services.
Residents of affluent Windlesham, Surrey, are in a standoff with an illegal Traveller site. Local authorities have begun legal action after caravans occupied a local field, prompting serious safety and environmental concerns.
In a major immigration overhaul, Australia cuts its skilled worker visa quota and raises the bar for applicants. Discover how new points tests, higher salary thresholds, and stricter English requirements will impact British nationals seeking a life down u
Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils Labour's comprehensive plan to tackle illegal immigration, including scrapping the costly Rwanda scheme, establishing a new returns unit, and strengthening border security to clear the asylum backlog.
Shadow Indigenous Australians Minister Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has launched a scathing attack on her own Liberal Party, accusing it of abandoning Australian workers and tradies in favour of a migration deal with India. The controversial MP warns the agre
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's staggering immigration backlog, with over 100,000 migrants living illegally despite refused visas and a system deporting just 82 people per month.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez delivers a powerful, data-driven argument for immigration as a demographic and economic necessity for Europe, challenging the continent's rising populist rhetoric.
Exclusive: The Australian Labor government has dramatically cut migration from India by 50%, sparking debate on skilled worker shortages and international relations. Discover the full impact of the new visa restrictions.
Home Secretary James Cleverly pledges a major crackdown on illegal migration and human trafficking gangs, announcing new measures to tackle the small boats crisis in the Channel.
A new multi-million pound agreement between the UK and France will see a major boost in patrols and technology to stop small boat crossings and swiftly return migrants.
Exclusive look at the EU's migrant processing centre on Leros, a blueprint for Donald Trump's proposed 'deportation island' for undocumented immigrants. Discover the harsh realities and political implications.
Exclusive analysis reveals how pandemic-era migration slumps created a statistical illusion. Why current 'record highs' actually represent a recovery to pre-COVID norms rather than unprecedented influx.
New Home Office figures reveal a dramatic 24% increase in small boat crossings for May 2024, with 882 migrants arriving in a single day amid ongoing political debate over immigration policy.
Keir Starmer challenges Rishi Sunak on illegal migration, proposing mandatory ID cards as a cornerstone of Labour's new border security strategy. The PMQs clash reveals a major policy shift.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer pushes for digital ID cards to modernise Britain, while French President Macron calls for urgent action against illegal working and Channel crossings in a landmark cross-Channel summit.
In a major policy shift, the Australian government announces a permanent cap on migration levels, cutting the annual intake by thousands to tackle the housing crisis and overwhelmed public services.
Official Australian government statistics reveal net migration is significantly lower than protest groups claim, falling sharply from post-pandemic peaks. Experts analyse the data behind the heated political debate.
Home Office data reveals a dramatic surge in successful operations against criminal networks orchestrating illegal Channel crossings, with a 73% increase in disruptions.
Exclusive: Shadow Chancellor Pat McFadden reveals Labour's proposal for a digital ID card system to tackle illegal immigration and end the small boats crisis, marking a major shift in UK migration policy.
Exclusive figures reveal Britain has returned the fewest illegal migrants back to Europe compared to its continental neighbours, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the UK's border strategy post-Brexit.
Sameer Dhanda faces removal to India despite arriving in Australia as a teenager, exposing critical flaws in the nation's migration system and sparking a major debate on immigration fairness.
An in-depth analysis of Nigel Farage's radical immigration plan, which proposes mass deportations, a ban on asylum claims from illegal entrants, and a dramatic shift in UK immigration policy. Discover the potential impact and logistical challenges.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage declares illegal migration a 'national emergency' and proposes a bold Australian-style offshore processing system to secure Britain's borders.
Protesters descended on London demanding an immediate halt to mass migration. Organisers claim the system is 'broken beyond repair' as tensions escalate over the small boats crisis and housing shortages.
Brexit architect Nigel Farage warns of potential widespread civil disorder surpassing the 1990 Poll Tax riots unless government dramatically increases deportation flights to five per day. The Reform UK leader demands immediate action on illegal migration.
An Iraqi migrant who illegally entered the UK after residing unlawfully in three European countries has been sentenced to nine years for the rape of a 15-year-old girl in a quiet English town.