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UK Boosts Border Security: 30,000 Removals, 95% Drop in Boat Arrivals

5/23/2025

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Since the election, the UK Government has ramped up its efforts to strengthen border security, returning nearly 30,000 failed asylum seekers and foreign criminals—a 12% rise in removals. The UK-Albania partnership has been particularly effective, slashing small boat arrivals by an impressive 95%, showcasing a significant step in the fight against smuggling.

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Since the election, the UK Government has ramped up its efforts to strengthen border security, returning nearly 30,000 failed asylum seekers and foreign criminals—a 12% rise in removals. The UK-Albania partnership has been particularly effective, slashing small boat arrivals by an impressive 95%, showcasing a significant step in the fight against smuggling.