Small boats crossings hit 25,000 for the year
The number of small boat crossings across the English Channel has reached 25,000 for the year, the earliest this milestone has been reached. According to Home Office data, this figure was previously only achieved on 27 August 2022. The high number of small boat arrivals has been a significant political and humanitarian issue, with the UK government facing pressure to address the crisis. The increase in crossings has led to concerns about the safety of migrants and the strain on resources for processing and accommodating them. The article does not provide further details on the reasons behind the rise in small boat crossings or the government's response to the situation. It simply presents the statistical milestone and the comparison to the previous year's data.
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