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UK’s Burnham pledges ‘relentless’ focus on illegal migration
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges a 'relentless' focus on combating illegal migration, citing increased National Crime Agency (NCA) officers from 376 to nearly 800 since 2025. The government reports 14,526 small-boat crossings this year, down 43% from last year, while Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood highlights 70,000 deportations since 2024. The issue remains politically charged, with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK gaining support due to its anti-migration stance.
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