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British Nationals Abroad: France

Asked by John McDonnellLabourHome OfficeTabled Answered 2 February 2026UIN 107961

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will take steps to stop British citizens from travelling to France to participate in far right activities.

Answered by Mike Tapp

This government is bearing down on small boat crossings. We have stopped 40,000 crossing attempts since this Government came into office through our joint work with the French. We have detained and removed almost 50,000 people who were here illegally. Our pilot deal with the French means those who arrive on small boats are now being sent back.

The entry and exit of citizens into/from the UK is the responsibility of border control/passenger Policy.

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