# Over 1,100 Convicted for Illegal Entry into UK Since 2022

UK courts have convicted more than 1,100 people for illegal arrival since 2022, reflecting stepped-up enforcement against unauthorized immigration. The numbers underscore the government's tough stance on border control and its impact on asylum seekers and public debate.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/aug/05/convicted-illegal-arrival-migration-asylum-channel) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:54:44 GMT