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UK Sees 48% Surge in Migrants Arriving by Boat

7/2/2025

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This year, over 20,000 migrants have arrived in Britain via small boats, marking a staggering 48% rise from last year. The Labour government faces backlash for its inability to manage these crossings after abandoning the Rwanda asylum deal. While new French regulations may empower police to intercept boats, experts remain skeptical about their potential to curb illegal migration.

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This year, over 20,000 migrants have arrived in Britain via small boats, marking a staggering 48% rise from last year. The Labour government faces backlash for its inability to manage these crossings after abandoning the Rwanda asylum deal. While new French regulations may empower police to intercept boats, experts remain skeptical about their potential to curb illegal migration.