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- In January 2026, 933 migrants crossed the Channel in small boats, the lowest January total since 2021.
- The January 2026 total is 15% lower than January 2025, with 1,098 arrivals.
- The total is 30% lower than January 2024, with 1,335 arrivals.
- The decline is attributed to stormy weather conditions.
- The Home Office said the government has prevented 40,000 crossing attempts since taking office through collaboration with the French government.
