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Deported Migrant Returns: UK Policy Under Fire

10/23/2025

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An Iranian man deported to France under the UK’s "one in, one out" policy returned to the United Kingdom after 29 days.
Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the Home Office is not yet “fit for purpose.”
Since the policy began, 42 migrants have been removed to France and 23 have returned.
The government aims to deter illegal crossings, but French authorities have not effectively enforced measures against migrant boats.

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Story summary

An Iranian man deported to France under the UK’s "one in, one out" policy returned to the United Kingdom after 29 days.
Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the Home Office is not yet “fit for purpose.”
Since the policy began, 42 migrants have been removed to France and 23 have returned.
The government aims to deter illegal crossings, but French authorities have not effectively enforced measures against migrant boats.