3 hours agoEuropean Parliament Approves New Law on Deporting Migrants
Periskopi(11 hours ago)
(11 hours ago)The European Parliament has adopted a new law aimed at accelerating the return of migrants without right to stay in the European Union, in a vote that highlighted increased support of right-wing forces for stricter migration policies.
Known as the “Rule of Return”, the new package is seen as one of the most important and controversial changes in EU migration policy in recent decades. One of its main elements is the possibility that member states will create deporting centres outside EU territory, through agreements with third countries.
The bill was approved by 418 votes in favour, 218 against and 30 abstentions. After the result was announced, strong reactions from both political camps were received in the House of Parliament, with supporters hailing the decision, while opponents described it as a problem step for migrants' rights.
Under new provisions, returns centres can be used as transit points or as structures where migrants will stay for long periods. Unaccompanied minors will be excluded from the measure, while families with children can move to these centers.
The vote also confirmed strengthening co-operation between centre-right groups and rightist parties in the European Parliament on migration issues, creating a new political majority in this area./ Periscope.
