UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Find Out Now poll shows nearly 9 in 10 Britons back deporting foreign sex offenders, while 47% say immigration threatens local women’s safety.
As reported by The Telegraph, a new Find Out Now survey shows 90% of voters back deporting foreign sex offenders. Across all demographics, Britons strongly back deporting migrants who commit sexual crimes.
What did Find Out Now reveal about voter support for deportations?
The survey by Find Out Now found nearly 40% back-limiting immigration from countries with weak women’s rights.
A poll of 2,000 voters asked about support for deporting non-UK citizens convicted of sex offences. It revealed that over 87% of respondents supported deportation, with 3% opposing.
The poll found 85% of Labour voters, 96% of Conservatives, and 97% of Reform supporters favoured removing offenders. It asked voters whether they support restricting immigration from nations “where women have few legal rights and protections.”
Fewer than 39% of respondents backed immigration limits, while slightly more than a quarter opposed them. Among voters, 30% of Labour, 52% of Conservative, and 74% of Reform supporters backed stricter immigration limits. Meanwhile, 38% of Labour voters opposed these restrictions.
The Find Out Now survey asked Britons if immigration levels affect women’s safety in their area. Nearly 47% agreed, while 23% disagreed.
The poll found 29% of Labour voters, 58% of Conservative supporters, and 84% of Reform backers reported feeling less safe. A further 43% of Labour supporters said immigration had reduced safety in their areas.
The survey was done for the Women’s Safety Initiative, a group exposing risks of unchecked immigration. The organisation said it gives
“a space for women to voice concerns about safety, culture, and national identity without fear of censorship or judgment.”
What did Anna McGovern say about women’s safety and immigration concerns?
Anna McGovern, the deputy director of Women’s Safety Initiative, stated,
“This data confirms what women across the country have been telling us for years – they feel less safe and they want action. I’ve spoken to so many women who have shared their experiences of feeling unsafe, and I include myself in that.”
She added,
“Our leaders cannot continue to ignore these concerns or dismiss them as unfounded. Women’s safety must be prioritised above political convenience, and this is the moment to start taking decisive steps to protect women everywhere.”
Yvette Cooper’s stance on tougher deportation measures
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announces plans to restrict appeals and remove foreign criminals. She said any migrant listed as a sex offender would be barred from claiming UK asylum.
Ms Cooper added,
“For far too long, foreign criminals have been exploiting our immigration system, remaining in the UK for months or even years while their appeals drag on. That has to end. Those who commit crimes in our country cannot be allowed to manipulate the system, which is why we are restoring control and sending a clear message that our laws must be respected and will be enforced.”
David Lammy’s views on deporting foreign criminals
Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, added,
“We are leading diplomatic efforts to increase the number of countries where foreign criminals can be swiftly returned, and if they want to appeal, they can do so safely from their home country. Under the “Deport Now Appeal Later” scheme, we’re investing in international partnerships that uphold our security and make our streets safer.”
What did the UK government say about deporting foreign prisoners immediately?
The UK government plans to deport most foreign criminals immediately after conviction, rather than after serving 30% of their sentences.
Shabana Mahmood, the justice secretary, proposed new legislation to allow the deportation of foreign inmates immediately upon conviction.
She added,
“Our message is clear. If you abuse our hospitality and break our laws, we will send you packing. Deportations are up under this government, and with this new law, they will happen earlier than ever before.”
What did Robert Jenrick say about foreign criminals and Sir Keir Starmer’s policies?
Shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick stated,
“In Starmer’s topsy-turvy world, investors are fleeing the country in their droves while record numbers of violent and sexual offenders from abroad are put up in our prisons. It’s a farce.”
He added,
“Yet again, Starmer has refused to confront our broken human rights laws. He needs to grow a backbone and change them so we can actually deport these individuals. The safety of the British public is infinitely more important than the ‘rights’ of sick foreign criminals. If countries won’t take back their nationals, Starmer should suspend visas and foreign aid. His soft-touch approach isn’t working.”
Key details about sex offenders in the UK
As of June 2025, there were 1,731 foreign sex offenders in UK prisons, a 9.9% increase from the previous year. Foreign nationals make up 10.6% of all sex offenders, roughly in line with their 10.9% share of the population.
Certain groups, like Afghans and Eritreans, were found to be up to 20 times more likely than British nationals to be convicted of sexual offences.