Why the government's one-in, one-out' migrant deal is in trouble

"The challenge centres on Ms Mahmood's September guidance change, which removed the ability for migrants to have rejected trafficking claims reviewed before deportation."

"Claimants argue that blocking modern slavery appeals is unlawful and breaches human rights laws, including the European Convention on Human Rights."

"If successful, the High Court ruling could significantly impact the Home Secretary's ability to deport individuals under the UK-France migrant agreement."

Shabana Mahmood's 'one-in, one-out' migrant deal with France is under legal challenge, focusing on the removal of the right to appeal rejected trafficking claims before deportation. Six migrants, including three already deported, argue that this policy violates human rights laws. The challenge questions the legality of blocking modern slavery appeals, which could affect the Home Secretary's authority to deport individuals under the UK-France migrant agreement if the High Court rules in favor of the claimants.

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