Overview

This bill aims to give the UK government the power to exclude foreign nationals convicted of any crime in the UK. This includes the power to remove them from the country, revoke their right to remain, and prevent them from re-entering.

Description

The bill mandates the Secretary of State to create regulations for excluding foreign nationals convicted of a "qualifying offence." A "qualifying offence" is defined as any crime punishable by imprisonment. These regulations will cover:

• Removal from the UK: The removal of convicted individuals from the UK, if not already covered by existing law.
• Removal of Right to Remain: The revocation of any right to remain in the UK for these individuals.
• Prevention of Re-entry: Measures to prevent the excluded individuals from returning to the UK.

The regulations must be approved by Parliament before they can be implemented.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending figures. The cost will likely depend on the implementation of the regulations, including the costs of deportation and border control enforcement.

Groups Affected

This bill will primarily affect:

• Foreign nationals convicted of crimes in the UK: They may face deportation, loss of their right to remain, and be barred from re-entry.
• UK Border Agencies: They will be responsible for enforcing the new regulations.
• The Courts: They will play a role in identifying individuals subject to the new regulations.

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