Overview

This bill proposes to make it a criminal offence to be in the UK without legal authority after 1 July 2016, introducing penalties including imprisonment and fines, and mandatory deportation unless deemed against the public interest by the Secretary of State.

Description

This bill criminalizes the presence in the UK after July 1st, 2016, of individuals lacking legal authorization. It outlines two offenses:

• Being present in the UK without legal authority after July 1st, 2016.
• Entering or attempting to enter the UK without legal authority after July 1st, 2016.

Penalties for conviction include:

• Up to 6 months imprisonment.
• A fine (maximum £5,000 in Scotland and Northern Ireland).

The bill mandates deportation for those convicted unless the Secretary of State certifies that deportation is against the public interest.

Government Spending

The bill does not directly specify an increase or decrease in government spending. However, implementation will likely involve costs related to enforcement, judicial processes, and potentially detention and deportation.

Groups Affected

Groups potentially affected include:

• Individuals in the UK without legal authorization: They face potential criminal prosecution, imprisonment, fines, and deportation.
• Immigration enforcement agencies: Increased workload and resources needed for enforcement.
• Courts and judicial system: Increased caseload related to prosecutions under this bill.
• Deportation centers and transport providers: Increased demand for their services.

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