The UK expects the EU to approve a migration returns deal with France, allowing some Channel migrants to be returned. Yvette Cooper believes the European Commission will support the pilot scheme, which connects returns and transfers of asylum seekers between France and the UK. Details like numbers and timelines for returns remain vague. Concerns from southern Mediterranean countries about returned asylum seekers traveling back have been noted. Cooperation with EU officials and nations is ongoing to ensure the plan aligns with broader European interests and concerns.
Britain expects the EU to approve its migration returns deal with France. Some people who cross the Channel in small boats will be returned to France.
Yvette Cooper stated the European Commission is expected to sign off on the pilot scheme involving returning asylum seekers across the English Channel.
Details on how many people will be returned and the timeline remain unclear. Southern Mediterranean countries have expressed concerns about returnees traveling back.
Talks have been ongoing with EU commissioners and European interior ministers to ensure the scheme aligns with regional concerns and expectations.
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