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UK Prime Minister Discusses 'Return Hubs' for Asylum Seekers in Albania

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in discussions with multiple countries to set up return hubs for failed asylum seekers during his visit to Albania.


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During his visit to Albania, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to establish 'return hubs' for rejected asylum seekers awaiting deportation, aiming to mitigate irregular migration. He emphasized the need for collaboration with Western Balkan nations, acknowledging the complexity of existing agreements, particularly with Italy and Albania. While Starmer noted the decrease in Albanian migrants arriving in the UK, he faced criticism when Albania ruled out hosting UK return hubs. The strategy reflects the government's efforts to curb immigration amid growing pressures from right-wing opposition parties.

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The UK government's proposal to establish return hubs aims to crack down on immigration and may reflect a shift towards far-right policies due to public pressure.

Starmer's discussions with other countries about hosting rejected asylum seekers highlight the ongoing challenges within the UK’s asylum system, which is struggling to process claims efficiently.

Critics argue that while the plan attempts to address the crisis, it risks offering merely cosmetic changes rather than any true reform or long-term solution.

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