High Court Halts Labour's Chagos Islands Deal: Jenrick Calls it a 'Disgraceful Sell-Out'

A High Court injunction has temporarily halted the Labour Party's plans to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. This follows a legal challenge, and the Shadow Justice Secretary, Robert Jenrick, has voiced his support for the challenge, describing the Labour deal as "an absolutely disgraceful sell-out." The injunction, granted in the early hours of May 22nd, 2025, prevents the UK government from finalizing the agreement. Jenrick's comments highlight the significant political controversy surrounding the islands, a British territory, and the potential implications of the deal for Britain's relationship with China, a key ally of Mauritius. The legal challenge raises questions about the legality and implications of the deal, and its future remains uncertain. The outcome of the legal challenge will have significant implications for the future of the Chagos Islands and UK foreign policy.