The Spanish government is working on a draft decree to speed up the return of migrants who remain in the city of Ceuta to Morocco. This move comes after a massive influx of migrants in July. According to local media, the decree aims to reduce the number of migrants still in Ceuta by overcoming administrative and judicial hurdles related to asylum and international protection requests.
The decree, still in preparation, may be presented to the Council of Ministers soon. One of the most sensitive points of the project is the possibility of returning some asylum seekers to Morocco before completing all stages of their application processing. This would apply to specific cases, including citizens of countries considered safe by European rules, such as Morocco.
The proposed decree also includes measures to reduce the time available for appeals against asylum rejection decisions. In some cases, a five-day deadline for appeals is being considered, with priority given to these cases in courts to accelerate their resolution. The government is discussing mechanisms to handle migrants who leave reception centers in Ceuta.
The exceptional decree is part of Spain's efforts to manage the migration crisis in Ceuta. The city has faced a significant influx of migrants, mainly from Morocco, in recent months. The Spanish government has been working to address the situation and find solutions to the migration crisis.
According to sources, the decree will allow for the return of migrants who do not meet the requirements for asylum or international protection. The government is working to ensure that the decree is implemented in accordance with European and international law. The situation in Ceuta remains a challenge for the Spanish authorities.
The proposed decree has been welcomed by some parties, who see it as a necessary measure to manage the migration crisis. However, others have expressed concerns about the potential impact on migrants' rights. The government has pledged to ensure that the decree is implemented in a way that respects human rights and international law.
The Spanish government is working closely with Moroccan authorities to address the migration crisis. The two countries have a long-standing cooperation agreement on migration issues. The exceptional decree is expected to be part of a broader strategy to manage migration flows between Morocco and Spain.
Key points
- The Spanish government is preparing an exceptional decree to accelerate the return of migrants to Morocco.
- The decree aims to reduce the number of migrants still in Ceuta by overcoming administrative and judicial hurdles.
- The proposed decree includes measures to reduce the time available for appeals against asylum rejection decisions.
