Using Italy's success
Sir Keir Starmer plans to utilize Italy's success in cracking down on the Mafia as a blueprint to take on the people-smuggling mobs. The PM is set to fly to Rome for crucial talks on the small boats crisis with Italian leader Giorgia Meloni.
Appointment of UK Border Security Command leader
During the summit, Sir Keir will announce the appointment of a new boss to lead the UK Border Security Command. This individual, believed to be a former military personnel, will tackle the Channel boats problem, which costs taxpayers billions annually.
Learning from Italy's strategies
A Labour source mentioned that the Border Security Command will focus on pursuing illicit finance, dismantling supply chain networks, and targeting crime bosses profiting from small boat crossings. Italy's success in combating organised crime, including the Mafia, serves as inspiration for these efforts.
Potential adoption of Italy's methods
Italy has significantly reduced the number of illegal migrants landing on its shores by half, in part through offshoring asylum claims to reception centers in Albania. Sir Keir is considering replicating this model to address the crisis in the UK.
Pressure on Sir Keir Starmer
With over 22,000 small boat migrants having already arrived in the UK this year, Sir Keir is facing mounting pressure to address the crisis. Following the rejection of Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plan, the PM is exploring collaborative strategies with European leaders to strengthen border security and combat illegal migration.
