There were 4,428 enforced returns in the second half of 2024, compared with 3,736 in the first six months.
Okay, so I need to create a concise summary of the given text without adding any extra commentary. The text is about enforced returns from the UK increasing by 28%, reaching the highest annual figure in six years.
First, I'll read through the text carefully to identify the key points. The main points are:
1. Enforced returns in 2024 increased by 28% compared to the previous year, reaching the highest since 2018.
2. The number for 2024 was 8,164, up from the previous year's figure.
3. There were 4,428 returns in the second half of 2024 compared to 3,736 in the first half.
4. The Home Office handles these returns.
5. Types of returns: enforced, voluntary, and port returns.
6. Voluntary returns were 25,186, the highest since 2016.
7. Port returns were 23,009, a decrease from 2023.
8. Combined enforced and voluntary returns were 33,350, the highest since 2016.
9. Four nationalities made up two-thirds of enforced returns.
10. 5,034 foreign national offenders were returned in 2024, up from 2023.
11. 485 returns were of Channel migrants in the last three months of 2024.
12. Albanian nationals made up 84% of returns, similar to 2023.
13. Since 2018, 4,995 Channel migrants were returned, 3% of total arrivals.
14. Expert opinion from Mihnea Cuibus about the upward trend in removals.
Now, I need to condense this into a concise summary. I should include the main statistics and the key points about the increase, the types of returns, and notable figures. I should avoid including too many details about specific nationalities unless it's a significant point.
I should structure the summary to first mention the overall increase in enforced returns, then break down the types of returns, mention the voluntary and port returns, the combined total, the nationalities involved, and the expert comment.
I need to make sure the summary is clear, factual, and doesn't add any personal opinions or additional information beyond what's provided.
Let me start drafting:
"The number of enforced returns from the UK increased by 28% in 2024, reaching the highest annual figure since 2018. Enforced returns totaled 8,164, with 4,428 in the second half of the year. The Home Office handles these returns. Voluntary returns reached 25,186, the highest since 2016, while port returns decreased to 23,009. Combined, enforced and voluntary returns reached 33,350, the highest since 2016. Four nationalities accounted for two-thirds of enforced returns. Foreign national offenders returned increased to 5,034. Channel migrants returned in the last quarter were 485, with Albanian nationals making up 84% of returns. Since 2018, 4,995 Channel migrants were returned, 3% of arrivals. An expert noted the upward trend in removals began before the election."
Wait, I think I might have included too many details. Let me try to make it more concise, focusing on the main statistics and the overall trend without getting into too much detail about each category.
Revised version:
"The number of enforced returns from the UK rose by 28% in 2024, reaching the highest since 2018, with 8,164 enforced returns. Voluntary returns peaked at 25,186, the highest since 2016, while port returns decreased to 23,009. Combined enforced and voluntary returns totaled 33,350, the highest since 2016. Foreign national offenders returned increased to 5,034. Channel migrant returns were 485 in the last quarter, with Albanian nationals comprising 84% of returns. Since 2018, 4,995 Channel migrants were returned, 3% of arrivals. An expert noted the upward trend in removals began before the election."
Hmm, that's better. I think I included all the necessary points without going into too much detail. Let me check if I missed anything important. The text mentioned Dame Angela Eagle's comments, but since the user wants a summary without extra commentary, I might not need to include that unless it's crucial. However, her quote provides context about the increase, so it
