Written questions

People Smuggling: Prosecutions

Commons · Question 906313 · Tabled 5 Nov 2025 · Attorney General · Official record

Answered 13 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Chris Bloore

To ask the Solicitor General, what steps she is taking to help ensure the effective prosecution of people smugglers.

Answer

Answered by Ellie Reeves, 13 Nov 2025

People smuggling is a deplorable transnational crime, and anyone involved in this dangerous trade will face the full force of the law. The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill is nearing Royal Assent and will give law enforcement agencies the toug...