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Recommendation 14
14
Acknowledged
Paragraph: 55
Press for enhanced information-sharing and joint maritime patrols with European governments.
Recommendation
We note that the Government no longer intends to pursue a policy of pushing boats back to European countries. We urge the UK Government to continue instead to press the case for enhanced information-sharing and close co-operation with European governments and agencies. In particular, the Government should seek to investigate the potential for, and likely effectiveness of, joint maritime patrols as a means of dealing safely with migrants in the Channel.
Government Response Summary
The government states it already works closely with European countries on border security and intends to deepen this work, including in areas like information sharing and cooperation, with discussions underway.
Paragraph Reference:
55
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government already works closely with a variety of European countries, as well as with partners upstream, on border security. Our intention is to deepen that work— including in areas referenced by the Committee—wherever possible. Discussions to do so are underway with a range of partners.