Small boat migration across the English Channel is anticipated to reach record levels this year, with more than 21,000 crossings already reported, a 55 percent increase from the previous year. This trend is concerning as the previous year saw 73 migrants perish during crossings, and conditions appear to be worsening. Labour has committed to addressing the issue in its manifesto, with a state visit scheduled from French President Emmanuel Macron, where discussions on migration agreements will take place amidst challenges from other EU nations.
Small boat migration is on track to reach its highest-ever levels this year, with numbers breaking records even before the summer peak begins.
More than 21,000 migrants have already crossed the English Channel from France this year, up 55 per cent from the same period in 2024.
Last year proved to be the deadliest for channel migration, with 73 migrants dying while making the crossing, but it appears the situation is only set to get worse.
Labour promised to tackle small boats migration in its manifesto, with the issue set to be front and centre on the agenda for this week's visit from French President Emmanuel Macron.
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