Deported criminals return to Scotland, re-offend

Deported criminals, including violent offenders, are returning to Scotland after being released from prison, creating a "revolving door" effect. This is leading to concerns about public safety. Foreign prisoners are being deported after serving half their sentences, but some are re-entering the UK and being re-incarcerated. The Scottish Prison Service reported nine such cases in the last decade. This situation arises amid overcrowding in Scottish prisons and follows reports of significant public funds being used to assist illegal immigrants, including criminals, in fighting deportation.