Journalist and commentator Carole Malone has launched a scathing critique of Labour's efforts to combat people smuggling, accusing the party of "doing the sum total of nothing" to address the issue.
Speaking on GB News, Malone expressed scepticism about the government's recent announcements on border security and their commitment to tackling the problem.
Her comments come in the wake of Labour's pledge to double funding for the Border Security Command to £150 million over the next two years.
Malone questioned the effectiveness of the government's approach, particularly regarding the arrest and prosecution of smugglers.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer recently announced an additional £75 million for the Border Security Command unit, bringing total funding to £150 million over two years.
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The money aims to support a new Organised Immigration Crime Intelligence Unit and fund hundreds of new investigators and intelligence officers.
Speaking at the Interpol General Assembly in Glasgow, Sir Keir declared that people-smuggling should be viewed as a "global security threat similar to terrorism".
Labour's strategy includes deploying high-tech surveillance equipment and 100 specialist investigators to target criminals engaged in people smuggling.
The government also plans to strengthen data analysis and intelligence capabilities within the National Crime Agency.
"I wasn't aware we were arresting smugglers. I would like to know if there are any in jail already," Malone said on GB News.
She questioned the government's ability to identify and apprehend smugglers, asking, "Why can't we arrest them there? Why can't they use some of that £75 million to find these people on Facebook advertising their services?"
Malone expressed doubt about Labour's intentions, stating, "He has no intention of doing this and he never has."
She criticised Sir Keir's plan to build a global alliance, arguing, "He can't even build an alliance with France, how is he going to build a global alliance?"
Malone concluded her criticism by asserting that Labour is "doing the sum total of nothing" to address the issue of people smuggling.
She accused the government of turning a blind eye to the problem, stating, "He had the cheek to say other countries are turning a blind eye, that's what we are doing."
Malone's comments reflect a broader scepticism about Labour's commitment to tackling illegal immigration and border security.
Her critique comes as the government faces increasing pressure to address the ongoing issue of small boat crossings in the Channel.
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Speaking on GB News, Malone expressed scepticism about the government's recent announcements on border security and their commitment to tackling the problem.
Her comments come in the wake of Labour's pledge to double funding for the Border Security Command to £150 million over the next two years.
Malone questioned the effectiveness of the government's approach, particularly regarding the arrest and prosecution of smugglers.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer recently announced an additional £75 million for the Border Security Command unit, bringing total funding to £150 million over two years.
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The money aims to support a new Organised Immigration Crime Intelligence Unit and fund hundreds of new investigators and intelligence officers.
Speaking at the Interpol General Assembly in Glasgow, Sir Keir declared that people-smuggling should be viewed as a "global security threat similar to terrorism".
Labour's strategy includes deploying high-tech surveillance equipment and 100 specialist investigators to target criminals engaged in people smuggling.
The government also plans to strengthen data analysis and intelligence capabilities within the National Crime Agency.
"I wasn't aware we were arresting smugglers. I would like to know if there are any in jail already," Malone said on GB News.
She questioned the government's ability to identify and apprehend smugglers, asking, "Why can't we arrest them there? Why can't they use some of that £75 million to find these people on Facebook advertising their services?"
Malone expressed doubt about Labour's intentions, stating, "He has no intention of doing this and he never has."
She criticised Sir Keir's plan to build a global alliance, arguing, "He can't even build an alliance with France, how is he going to build a global alliance?"
Malone concluded her criticism by asserting that Labour is "doing the sum total of nothing" to address the issue of people smuggling.
She accused the government of turning a blind eye to the problem, stating, "He had the cheek to say other countries are turning a blind eye, that's what we are doing."
Malone's comments reflect a broader scepticism about Labour's commitment to tackling illegal immigration and border security.
Her critique comes as the government faces increasing pressure to address the ongoing issue of small boat crossings in the Channel.
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