LONDON: The UK government on Wednesday insisted its one-for-one migrants deal with France would go ahead after the High Court in London blocked the planned deportation of an Eritrean migrant. The court’s decision poses another setback to plans to stem the flow of irregular migrants crossing the Channel on small boats, as charities warn the UK-France deal will likely face several legal challenges.

The initial deportation of small-boat migrants is due to take place as early as today. Ministers are gearing up for the first removal flights as part of the 'one in, one out' deal…

The agreement was signed in July to combat illegal Channel crossings. Authorities have identified individuals to be returned, and the first flight to France has been scheduled.