Mike Tapp

Mike Tapp

Labour — Dover and Deal

Speaking in the House of Commons on 9 December 2025

Debate

Illegal Migrants: Unknown Whereabouts

Contribution

I thank the hon. and learned Member for his question. We do not comment on unverified leaks. After internal reviews, my officials have acknowledged that the interpretation of an absconder requires clearer definition in departmental policy. Work is under way to amend guidance and operational processes, so that it is easier for immigration officials interacting with individuals to know when an absconder marker should be associated with a person, enabling them to take the right action in a timely way. Of course, there is more to do. That is why we are implementing the most significant immigration and asylum reforms of modern times.

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