LONDON — Irish PM Takes Stand Against Foreign Migration Policies
In a bold move, Taoiseach Simon Harris has declared that foreign migration policies “cannot be allowed to undermine ours” in Ireland.
Harris made it clear that Ireland will not serve as a loophole for other countries’ migration challenges, emphasizing the need to protect the integrity of their own policies.
Legislation to Enable Asylum Seekers to be Sent Back to the UK
Justice Minister Helen McEntee is set to bring legislation to Cabinet to allow for the return of asylum seekers to the UK, with a significant number of recent arrivals coming across the Irish border.
The UK’s Rwanda policy, aimed at deterring asylum seekers by sending them to Rwanda, has become law, although no migrants have been sent yet.
Collaboration Between Ireland and the UK
Harris highlighted the need for increased collaboration between the Irish police force and the Police Service of Northern Ireland on migration issues.
The existing returns agreement between Ireland and the UK will be updated to facilitate the return of individuals to the UK.
Rising Migration Towards Ireland
Minister McEntee attributed the increase in migration towards Ireland to the UK’s Brexit decision and subsequent asylum seeker influx.
Efforts are being made to establish a robust immigration structure and system to address the challenges posed by the rise in asylum seekers.
Global Impact of Illegal Migration
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledged illegal migration as a global problem, with countries exploring similar third-country partnerships to address the issue.
The UK’s Rwanda policy has already shown some impact in deterring illegal migration, with concerns raised over the influx of migrants crossing the English Channel.
Despite the challenges posed by illegal migration, efforts are being made to enforce rules and maintain the integrity of migration policies in both Ireland and the UK.
