A tightening of Europe's immigration policy paving the way for so-called "return hubs"Â for failed asylum-seekers is expected to gain the backing of EU lawmakers this week, with centre-right and far-right deputies joining hands to see it through.
European Union states have already approved the measures that respond to political pressure across the 27-nation bloc to curb irregular migration -- but have been severely criticised by the left and human rights groups.
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