Reform UK Sparks Outrage with Demand for Criminal Migrant Data – ‘They Don’t Belong Here
Reform UK has stirred up a heated debate by demanding more information about crimes linked to illegal migrants. Rupert Lowe, an MP and outspoken member of Reform UK, has been pushing for weeks for the Home Office to publish detailed statistics.
He wants to shed light on how many crimes are committed by illegal migrants, arguing that the public has a right to know.
However, the Home Office has refused, saying the data is unnecessary and won’t be provided just to answer questions in Parliament.
Lowe disagrees, claiming the government is “out of touch” with public concerns. He has called on people across the UK to contact their local MPs and demand this data. Lowe believes the information will help the public understand the impact of illegal migration and strengthen support for tougher policies, including the deportation of those in the UK unlawfully.
During a discussion on GB News, commentator Ben Habib supported Lowe, calling him a “warrior for common sense.”
Habib argued that even a single crime committed by an illegal migrant is unacceptable because these individuals should not be in the country to begin with.
Habib further suggested that crime data could help pinpoint problem areas in the justice system and ensure proper enforcement of immigration laws.
Not everyone agrees. Some critics, including other guests on GB News, accused Lowe of using the issue to spread division and target vulnerable groups.
They argue that most migrants, whether legal or illegal, are not involved in criminal activity and should not be stigmatized. One commentator noted that focusing on crimes linked to illegal migrants risks painting a misleading picture and fueling unnecessary fear.
The debate has also reignited discussions about how the UK handles illegal migration. Some believe stricter border enforcement is the answer, including intercepting boats before they reach British waters.
Others insist the country must act within international laws, which require the rescue of people in distress at sea. They argue for a fair system that processes asylum claims quickly and deports those who are ineligible, while treating everyone humanely.
Ben Habib pointed out that the UK’s current system, which spends far more per illegal migrant than neighboring countries like France, may encourage people to make dangerous journeys. Reform UK claims this creates a perception that the UK is an easy destination, drawing more migrants to attempt illegal entry.
Reform UK has also criticized both the Conservative and Labour governments for failing to control illegal migration effectively.
Lowe argues that the public debate needs to shift to “detain and deport” policies to deter people from entering the UK unlawfully. Critics, however, have dismissed his approach as divisive and impractical, pointing out that cooperation with other countries, such as France, is essential to solving the problem.
As the discussion continues, many are questioning how the UK can balance protecting its borders with treating people humanely and fairly. Reform UK shows no signs of backing down, and Lowe remains committed to keeping the issue in the spotlight. The debate is far from over.
