(In the UK) Farage Unveils Strict Immigration Proposals, pledging to detain and deport illegal arrivals including women and children.

On August 26, 2025, Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, unveiled a bold and contentious immigration policy aimed at addressing what he terms a "national emergency" posed by illegal migration. The plan pledges to detain and deport all illegal arrivals, including women and children, barring them from ever seeking asylum in the UK. Farage estimates that up to 600,000 asylum seekers could be removed during Reform's first term in power, with measures including five deportation flights per day and an overhaul of asylum laws. Central to the proposal is Britain's withdrawal from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) and the repeal or disapplication of other international rights treaties to eliminate legal barriers to deportations.

Farage framed the policy as essential for prioritizing British citizens' safety, warning that unchecked migration risks "civil disorder" and constitutes an "invasion." He cited ongoing Channel crossings—official data indicates nearly 28,000 this year alone—as fueling political tensions and straining resources. The announcement builds on Reform's hard-right stance, positioning the party as a disruptor in UK politics following its gains in the 2024 election.

Reactions have been polarized. Labour dismissed the plans as "unrealistic" without international agreements, arguing they ignore practical challenges like return deals with origin countries. Humanitarian groups, including the Refugee Council, condemned the approach, warning it would endanger genuine refugees fleeing war and persecution, potentially violating human rights norms. Legal experts highlight significant hurdles, such as ECHR obligations and the need for parliamentary approval, questioning the feasibility of mass deportations.

Critics like The Guardian accuse Farage of far-right rhetoric with little pushback from major parties, while supporters see it as a necessary reset amid public frustration with migration levels. The policy sparks broader debates on sovereignty, ethics, and international cooperation, potentially reshaping the UK's immigration landscape if Reform gains traction. As Farage insists on "detain and deport" without exceptions, the proposal underscores deepening divisions in British society over borders and belonging.

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