UK PUSHES IMMEDIATE DEPORTATION FOR FOREIGN CONVICTS TO EASE PRISON CRUNCH; ECHR FIGHTS LOOM

UK Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveiled plans for legislation enabling immediate deportation of foreign criminals, aiming to cut costs and relieve overcrowded prisons where foreign nationals make up about 12% of inmates. Murderers, terrorists and national security risks would still serve full terms before removal. Critics warn that refusals by origin countries and human-rights challenges under the ECHR could blunt the policy’s impact. The move comes amid political pressure over migration and recent strains on prison capacity.