Asylum seekers in UK detention facilities highlighted their lack of knowledge about the 'one in, one out' deal, describing their fear of being returned to their home countries. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's policy intends to deter Channel crossings by sending back a small boat arrival to France for every accepted into the UK. Since Labour's governance began, over 50,000 travelers have crossed the Channel. Detainees, including individuals from Eritrea and Afghanistan, expressed confusion and fear within the detention system, struggling with the trauma of their journeys while feeling threatened by potential deportation.
Asylum seekers in UK detention centres claimed ignorance of the 'one in, one out' scheme, expressing fear of deportation and seeking safety after perilous journeys.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's plan aims to deter small boat crossings by sending back one asylum seeker to France for every one accepted into the UK.
Over 50,000 individuals have crossed the Channel since Labour took power, with many locked up despite their pleas for understanding and safety in the detention system.
An Eritrean man recounted his harrowing journey, revealing his trauma and fear of being returned to France where he believes smugglers will harm him.
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