The UK Home Office has expanded its 'deport now, appeal later' scheme, adding 15 new countries to the list, bringing the total to over 20 countries whose nationals convicted of crimes will face immediate deportation before their appeals are heard. This policy enables the government to deport foreign criminals promptly, with appeals to be heard remotely, aiming to free up jail space and tighten immigration controls. Notably, India has been added to this fast-track deportation list, marking a significant extension of the policy. The agreement involves 23 countries that have signed on to this approach, which allows deportations to proceed following first-instance convictions.