Laila Cunningham SLAMS Labour’s Barry Gardiner Over Controversial Migrant Return Deal in Heated Debate! A live debate erupted as Laila Cunningham relentlessly criticized Barry Gardiner over Labour’s handling of a controversial migrant return deal. The exchange became increasingly tense as Cunningham accused Gardiner of failing to address public concerns, leaving the Labour MP struggling to defend his position. The fiery confrontation has ignited a wider discussion on migration policy and the credibility of Labour’s leadership. More details below

A live television debate became increasingly tense after political commentator Laila Cunningham strongly challenged Labour MP Barry Gardiner over the party’s position on a proposed migrant return deal.

During the exchange, Cunningham pressed Gardiner on how the agreement would operate in practice and whether it would address public concerns around border management, asylum processing and fairness within the immigration system. She argued that Labour’s messaging on the issue lacked clarity and risked weakening public confidence in the party’s wider migration policy.

Gardiner defended Labour’s approach, saying the party supports a rules-based and humane system that prioritises international cooperation while ensuring that decisions are made lawfully and efficiently. He rejected claims that Labour was avoiding difficult questions, insisting that detailed policy proposals would be set out ahead of future legislative discussions.

The debate grew sharper as both sides accused each other of oversimplifying a complex issue that involves legal obligations, regional partnerships and long-term planning.

The exchange has since fuelled wider political discussion over how the UK should manage returns agreements and cross-border cooperation, with migration once again emerging as a key pressure point for Labour’s leadership and credibility.