Labour limits asylum for repeat small-boat crossers

Labour plans to restrict asylum claims for migrants who repeatedly attempt to enter the UK via small boats, a move that has sparked controversy. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is reinforcing the migrants return deal with France. The new policy, according to Home Office sources, would deny asylum to migrants returned to France who then attempt another Channel crossing. Their identities would also be stored in a biometric database. This policy follows a "one in, one out" scheme with France, and is part of a broader effort to strengthen border control. The government is also considering digital ID cards for all citizens.