Labour reveals 'primary concern' after Nigel Farage 'blocked' from carrying out Chagos aid mission

Sir Keir Starmer's Government has finally released a statement after Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was blocked from leading an aid mission to the Chagos Islands.

Mr Farage, who shared footage from the Indian Ocean last night, flew to the Maldives with supplies to help four Chagossians who are attempting to establish a permanent base on a deserted island in the archipelago.

The Reform UK leader was carrying vital food and medicines to the archipelago to assist the group trying to establish a settlement.

In a short statement, the Foreign Office insisted it is acting to ensure the safety of the Chagossians.

A spokesman said: “Our primary concern at this point is to ensure the safe departure of a group of individuals from an island that is not fit for human habitation, and on which any health emergencies or extreme weather could pose a serious threat to life."

GB News also understands the Foreign Office was unaware of Mr Farage's intended visit before he travelled to the Maldives.

Access to the British Indian Ocean Territory is also restricted, with no commercial flights arriving on the archipelago.

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