Home Office says nearly 60,000 people deported from UK or left voluntarily since 2024 election

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Rajeev Syal Home affairs editorFebruary 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM

Read Original Article

AI Summary

medium article 3 min

Since the 2024 election, the UK Home Office reports nearly 60,000 unauthorized migrants and convicted criminals have been removed or voluntarily left the country. This figure includes over 15,000 removals, a 45% increase, and 43,000 voluntary departures after being notified of their illegal status. Deportations of foreign national offenders have also risen by 32%, totaling over 8,700. The Labour government, under pressure to curb illegal immigration, aims to further increase deportations and end the use of asylum hotels. Legislation is planned to limit appeals based on human rights conventions, streamlining the removal process. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood emphasized the commitment to restoring order and control over immigration.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Europe 30% Channel 40% European Convention on Human Rights 40% Reform UK 50% Conservative Party (UK) 50% Keir Starmer ×260% Shabana Mahmood ×270% Labour Party (UK) ×270% UK ×580% Home Office ×590%

Keywords

deportation 100% illegal migration 90% uk home office 80% voluntary departure 70% foreign national offenders 60% european convention on human rights 50% asylum seekers 50% removals flight 40% keir starmer 40%