David Neal, Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration, Fired Over Security Concerns

The Home Office terminated David Neal's appointment after a public dispute over airport security checks, rejecting his claims of unchecked high-risk flights.

David Neal was sacked after losing the confidence of the Home Secretary, following a public row over airport security checks.
Neal's claims that hundreds of high-risk flights landed in the UK without proper checks were categorically rejected by the Home Office.
The Home Office emphasized that Border Force performs checks on all scheduled passengers and risk-based checks on general aviation.
Neal's tenure was due to end on March 21, but his appointment was terminated immediately amid the controversy.
The Home Office is investigating the breach of confidential information and has begun the recruitment process for Neal's successor.