What's happened
Labour and the Conservative Party present contrasting approaches to tackling illegal migration.
Why it matters
The clash between the two major parties over immigration policies is significant as it will impact the handling of illegal migration and asylum decisions in the UK.
What the papers say
The Independent emphasizes Labour's proposal for 'Nightingale courts' and its focus on speeding up asylum decisions, while The Guardian highlights Labour's plan to treat people-smuggling gangs like terrorists and the party's willingness to do a deal with Brussels. In contrast, politics.co.uk focuses on the Conservative Party's approach, with a minister expressing confidence in the government's immigration policies and commitment to stopping illegal Channel crossings.
How we got here
The Labour Party and the Conservative Party have been outlining their respective immigration policies, with a focus on addressing illegal migration and asylum decisions.
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