The UK-French 'one-in, one-out' pilot scheme aims to reduce small boat crossings in the Channel by detaining illegal migrants and returning them to France. In exchange, the UK will accept an equal number of asylum seekers from France. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron announced the plan, which has received approval from the EU. The government plans to ramp up returns, with reports suggesting 50 migrants could be returned weekly. Critics argue the plan is ineffective compared to previous proposals, and charities emphasize the need for safe routes for asylum seekers. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)