Why Was Migrant Sex Offender Hadush Kebatu Paid To Leave UK?

Migrant sex offender Hadush Kebatu received £500 to board a flight back to Ethiopia, leaving the UK overnight. This move sparked criticism, although the government defended it, stating that canceling the flight would have incurred higher costs. Kebatu arrived in the UK on a boat seeking asylum, settling in Epping, where he was later convicted of sexually assaulting two individuals. His offenses stirred anti-migrant protests, highlighting broader anti-asylum sentiments. Following a 48-hour manhunt due to his accidental release, questions arose about the government’s capacity to handle asylum seekers and the justice system.