Politics · 3 August 2026

Reform UK says Royal Navy would force migrant boats back to France

Reform UK has proposed using the navy to push migrant vessels away from British waters as part of new immigration proposals. Zia Yusuf, the party's shadow home secretary, described the approach as a major military effort in the Channel. Critics have dismissed the policy as a political distraction while migration discussions continue.

By BriefTea Editorial · 3 August 2026 at 7:43

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