'Over 10,000 have crossed since this deal ...removing just three is pathetic, boasting about it is absurd'

Is deportation of migrants under returns deal with France a cause for celebration?

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Labour's claims of "smashing the gangs" in tatters.

Migrants continued to arrive yesterday evening - and Channel smugglers have vowed to launch even bigger boats, believing they can send 2,000 people in dinghies every day.

An Indian migrant became the first to be deported from Britain on Thursday morning, following days of thwarted attempts.

One Eritrean was then flown to France yesterday morning, followed by an Iranian later in the day.

Mr Lammy's verdict that the deal is an "immediate deterrent" was mocked by Opposition MPs. Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said: "Labour is boasting about removing just three illegal immigrants, but hundreds crossed the Channel. Since this deal was announced, over 10,000 have crossed.

"Removing just three is pathetic - and boasting about it is absurd. Migrants in France are openly saying they don't care and will cross anyway.

"They should bin the Human Rights Act for immigration matters and deport every single illegal immigrant immediately upon arrival - back to their home country or to somewhere like Rwanda.

"This Government is weak and dishonest. They have lost control of our borders. A scheme that will ultimately let 94% of illegal immigrants stay here will have no deterrent effect whatsoever."