The U.K. government is implementing a new offense that will impose up to five years in prison for individuals advertising fake passports or smuggling services online. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that this effort aims to disrupt gangs exploiting vulnerable migrants. Assisting illegal immigration is already a crime, but the new legislation, part of a border security bill, is expected to strengthen police and prosecutor capabilities. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has labeled the crime gangs as a global security threat and emphasized the need for stringent measures against them.
The government stated that anyone convicted of creating online materials intended to break U.K. immigration law will face prison time and a large fine.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized that selling the false promise of a safe journey to the U.K. is nothing short of immoral.
Officials believe a new offense within a border security bill will enhance police and prosecutor powers to disrupt gangs sending migrants on perilous journeys.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer claimed that crime gangs threaten global security and should be treated like terrorists.
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