Mirror readers debate whether Robert Jenrick should resign over migrant comments
Robert Jenrick has faced a severe backlash over the comments(Image: TOLGA AKMEN/EPA/Shutterstock)
TL;DR
- Robert Jenrick suggested deploying Royal Marines to the Channel with authority to use lethal force on migrant boats.
- Critics, including Minister Luke Pollard and Lord Alf Dubs, condemned the comments as 'abhorrent', 'illegal', and against international law.
- Lord Dubs highlighted that the proposal goes against British traditions and the principles of helping those fleeing danger.
- Reform UK's Zia Yusuf acknowledged the humanitarian aspect of migrant missions but suggested intelligence agencies sometimes have information on individuals.
- The comments are seen by some as an attempt by Reform UK to distract from internal party issues.