Tories Push to Block Migrants Using Human Rights Act in Deportation Appeals

Tackling "Spurious" Claims

Tories have proposed an amendment to Labour's borders bill aimed at preventing migrants from using the Human Rights Act to challenge deportation decisions. The move comes in response to what they deem as "spurious" claims that have allowed individuals to remain in the UK under questionable circumstances.

Shifting Immigration Powers

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch emphasized the need to transfer immigration powers from the courts to parliament and elected officials. This shift, she argued, would enable a more effective management of immigration and better control over the country's borders.

Rising Number of Foreign Criminals

Recent data revealed a significant increase in the number of foreign criminals residing in the UK, with figures three times higher than they were eight years ago. As of September last year, over 18,000 foreign national offenders who had completed prison sentences were living in the country, sparking calls for stricter deportation measures.