Following the influx of 1,000 migrants crossing the Channel on her first day, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is advancing comprehensive border security reforms.
Announced on September 8, 2025, her plan includes deploying advanced drone surveillance and increasing joint patrols with French authorities to intercept smuggling operations.
Mahmood aims to streamline asylum processing and expand return agreements with safe countries, addressing the 'unacceptable' crossing numbers.
She emphasized balancing enforcement with humanitarian obligations, responding to public concerns about illegal migration.
The reforms also involve upgrading UK Border Force technology and training to enhance detection capabilities.
Critics argue the measures may face logistical hurdles, but Mahmood insists on rapid implementation to deter smugglers and protect vulnerable migrants.
Her approach marks a shift toward proactive border management, with ongoing talks for EU-wide cooperation to address root causes of migration.
Announced on September 8, 2025, her plan includes deploying advanced drone surveillance and increasing joint patrols with French authorities to intercept smuggling operations.
Mahmood aims to streamline asylum processing and expand return agreements with safe countries, addressing the 'unacceptable' crossing numbers.
She emphasized balancing enforcement with humanitarian obligations, responding to public concerns about illegal migration.
The reforms also involve upgrading UK Border Force technology and training to enhance detection capabilities.
Critics argue the measures may face logistical hurdles, but Mahmood insists on rapid implementation to deter smugglers and protect vulnerable migrants.
Her approach marks a shift toward proactive border management, with ongoing talks for EU-wide cooperation to address root causes of migration.
