US EditionForeign criminals to face deportation after sentencing under new plans
UNITED KINGDOM, AUG 10 – The UK government aims to reduce prison costs by £54,000 per place and has increased deportations of foreign criminals by 14% since July 2024, introducing lifetime re-entry bans.
- The UK government plans to deport foreign criminals immediately after sentencing, with Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood stating they will be sent "packing" if they "abuse our hospitality and break our laws."
- Shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick criticized the plans, warning that some countries may refuse to take back their nationals, suggesting suspending visas and foreign aid if that happens.
- The proposed law would allow prison governors to decide on deportation after sentencing, with exceptions for those deemed a threat to national security.
Insights by Ground AI
Does this summary seem wrong?
34 Articles
34 Articles
The "Deport Now, Call Later" programme will extend to nationals of 15 additional countries, including Canada, Belize, Australia, Lebanon and Uganda.
·Paris, France
Read Full Article
The British Government wants to be able to immediately escort foreign criminals convicted of crimes in the United Kingdom.
·Portugal
Read Full Article
Coverage Details
Total News Sources34
Leaning Left6Leaning Right9Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Right
Bias Distribution
- 47% of the sources lean Right
47% Right
L 32%
C 21%
R 47%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
