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Inspection report published: An inspection of the Future Border and Immigration System benefits realisation (March – July 2026)
The Independent Chief Inspector comments on the inspection report on the Future Border and Immigration System benefits realisation following its publication.
Read MoreHundreds of new officers to hunt down dirty money networks
Five hundred new officers to be recruited in a £500 million crackdown on money laundering, as part of the government’s Anti-Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Strategy.
Read MoreUK and Belgium strike deal to target small boat gangs
UK and Belgian police to share intelligence autonomously and in real time, enabling faster action against organised criminal gangs, including people smugglers.
Read MoreSouth Coast protests
Minister for Policing and Crime statement on public order following the protest activity seen on the South Coast.
Read MoreInspection announcement: An inspection of the Work Services Command
In line with his 2026-27 Inspection Plan, the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration has commenced an inspection of the Work Services Command.
Read MoreFrance prevents 185 boats and 4,300 migrants reaching UK shores
French police units prevented 185 small boat crossing events in the first 3 months of a new UK-France deal.
Read MoreRecord number of NCA officers deployed to tackle people smugglers
The number of National Crime Agency officers tackling organised immigration crime has more than doubled since the start of 2025.
Read MoreLibya’s leaders must use this window of opportunity to make progress on Libya’s political process: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Statement by Ambassador Sarah MacIntosh, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
Read MoreAsylum appeals target launched for faster removals
Individuals with no right to be in the UK will be deported faster as new 24-week target on asylum appeal decisions comes into force.
Read More13 asylum hotels exited and returned to local communities
More asylum hotels have been handed back to local communities, ready to reopen their doors to tourists, visitors and businesses.
Read MoreAdditional opportunity to tender for peer reviewer contracts
Individuals have a further opportunity to tender to become a peer reviewer, with services starting from 1 March 2027.
Read MoreTwo new Members appointed to The National Lottery Community Fund Board
The Secretary of State has appointed Sunder Katwala and Michelle Mitchell OBE as Board Members of The National Lottery Community Fund, for a four-year term commencing on 5 August 2026 to 4 August 2030.
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