yes they can.... the UK can
what is happening in Calais is simply a French problem which they need to sort out and stop being so bloody French about it.
That is correct they cant,however
"If the applicant has been living for periods of time of at least five months in several Member States, the Member State where he or she has been living most recently shall be responsible for examining the application for international protection."
which...
There is no grey area. The EU has its own "internal" regulations about processing asylum seekers its called the Dublin Agreement.(Regulation (EU) No 604/2013)
article xii states
Where it is established, on the basis of proof or circumstantial evidence as described in the two lists mentioned...
This is quite the most bonkers idea i have heard from the French......again.
They signed a treaty with the UK regarding border controls on each others soil,of course if they wish to renegotiate treaties they are welcome to put their view across and proposals but when it comes to everything EU...
Did you read the link in its entirety
"Migrant activity is reported to have increased, with people attempting to board Kent-bound lorries in France.
The Foreign Office has warned travellers to keep their car doors locked in slow moving traffic heading back to the UK.
Tensions over illegal...