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Almost 500 migrants arrive in the UK in one day - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK is experiencing a significant increase in migrant crossings via small boats, highlighting ongoing challenges in border security.

France: Eight die in attempted Channel crossing DW 09/15/2024

The recent tragedy in the English Channel underscores the ongoing dangers faced by migrants attempting to cross from France to Britain.

Eight people die while attempting to cross English Channel to the UK

The perilous journey across the English Channel has resulted in nearly 20 migrant deaths in two weeks, escalating safety concerns.

Migrant boat spotted in English Channel - one day after 12 people died in tragedy

Migrants continue to attempt dangerous crossings to the UK even after tragic incidents.
The situation remains critical as boats are observed embarking on perilous journeys.

Migrant boat seen trying to cross English Channel day after 12 people died

Another migrant boat attempted crossing the English Channel after 12 deaths in a prior incident, emphasizing the ongoing perilous journeys.

Boat crossings will be part of how Labour is judged

Governments are failing to stop the growing migrant crisis in the English Channel, leading to tragic incidents.

Almost 500 migrants arrive in the UK in one day - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK is experiencing a significant increase in migrant crossings via small boats, highlighting ongoing challenges in border security.

France: Eight die in attempted Channel crossing DW 09/15/2024

The recent tragedy in the English Channel underscores the ongoing dangers faced by migrants attempting to cross from France to Britain.

Eight people die while attempting to cross English Channel to the UK

The perilous journey across the English Channel has resulted in nearly 20 migrant deaths in two weeks, escalating safety concerns.

Migrant boat spotted in English Channel - one day after 12 people died in tragedy

Migrants continue to attempt dangerous crossings to the UK even after tragic incidents.
The situation remains critical as boats are observed embarking on perilous journeys.

Migrant boat seen trying to cross English Channel day after 12 people died

Another migrant boat attempted crossing the English Channel after 12 deaths in a prior incident, emphasizing the ongoing perilous journeys.

Boat crossings will be part of how Labour is judged

Governments are failing to stop the growing migrant crisis in the English Channel, leading to tragic incidents.
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How should Europe deal with its migration crisis?

The escalating migrant crisis in the English Channel requires urgent cooperation between the UK and France to prevent further tragedies.
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France: 8 die in attempted Channel crossing DW 09/15/2024

Eight men died attempting to cross the English Channel, highlighting the dangers and increasing the total fatalities to 46 this year.
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French authorities dealing with small boat incident in the English Channel

French authorities responding to an incident involving a small boat with asylum seekers in the English Channel.
Reports suggest three deaths and 180 people rescued in the incident near Cap Gris-Nez, France.

How should Europe deal with its migration crisis?

The escalating migrant crisis in the English Channel requires urgent cooperation between the UK and France to prevent further tragedies.

France: 8 die in attempted Channel crossing DW 09/15/2024

Eight men died attempting to cross the English Channel, highlighting the dangers and increasing the total fatalities to 46 this year.

French authorities dealing with small boat incident in the English Channel

French authorities responding to an incident involving a small boat with asylum seekers in the English Channel.
Reports suggest three deaths and 180 people rescued in the incident near Cap Gris-Nez, France.
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A least 8 people have died trying to cross the English Channel, French authorities say

The perilous journeys of migrants across the English Channel result in frequent tragedies and loss of life.

Several people have died trying to cross the English Channel from France, authorities say

A tragic incident at sea underscores the dangers migrants face while attempting to cross the English Channel.
Rescue operations continue as authorities respond to migrant crisis.

Watch: Migrants board boats in France to cross English Channel after deadly tragedy

The English Channel crossing remains perilous, with recent tragedies highlighting the alarming death toll among migrants attempting the journey.

Migrant's message for Rishi Sunak as small boat heads for English Channel

A surge in migrants crossing the English Channel raises concerns about safety and border control.

Migrant dies and another is in critical condition after boat partially deflates in English Channel

A boat carrying migrants attempting to cross the English Channel from France encountered difficulties, resulting in one death and one person in critical condition.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of migrants attempting dangerous sea journeys to reach Britain.

Migrant dies and another is in critical condition after boat partially deflates in English Channel

A boat carrying migrants attempting to cross the English Channel from France encountered difficulties, resulting in one death and one person in critical condition.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of migrants attempting dangerous sea journeys to reach Britain.

A least 8 people have died trying to cross the English Channel, French authorities say

The perilous journeys of migrants across the English Channel result in frequent tragedies and loss of life.

Several people have died trying to cross the English Channel from France, authorities say

A tragic incident at sea underscores the dangers migrants face while attempting to cross the English Channel.
Rescue operations continue as authorities respond to migrant crisis.

Watch: Migrants board boats in France to cross English Channel after deadly tragedy

The English Channel crossing remains perilous, with recent tragedies highlighting the alarming death toll among migrants attempting the journey.

Migrant's message for Rishi Sunak as small boat heads for English Channel

A surge in migrants crossing the English Channel raises concerns about safety and border control.

Migrant dies and another is in critical condition after boat partially deflates in English Channel

A boat carrying migrants attempting to cross the English Channel from France encountered difficulties, resulting in one death and one person in critical condition.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of migrants attempting dangerous sea journeys to reach Britain.

Migrant dies and another is in critical condition after boat partially deflates in English Channel

A boat carrying migrants attempting to cross the English Channel from France encountered difficulties, resulting in one death and one person in critical condition.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of migrants attempting dangerous sea journeys to reach Britain.
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Labour bid to smash the gangs' could add to death risk for Channel migrants

Government's focus on disrupting smuggling may worsen Channel crossing dangers, with no plans for safe asylum routes, risking more lives.
Public supports safe asylum options, but government has not proposed alternatives, prioritizing border security instead.

Channel migrants: Hundreds cross English Channel in small boats

Nearly 300 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats on the day of a fatal incident off the French coast.
The Home Office reports that 29,382 people have made the journey so far this year, compared to 45,774 last year.

Labour bid to smash the gangs' could add to death risk for Channel migrants

Government's focus on disrupting smuggling may worsen Channel crossing dangers, with no plans for safe asylum routes, risking more lives.
Public supports safe asylum options, but government has not proposed alternatives, prioritizing border security instead.

Channel migrants: Hundreds cross English Channel in small boats

Nearly 300 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats on the day of a fatal incident off the French coast.
The Home Office reports that 29,382 people have made the journey so far this year, compared to 45,774 last year.
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At least 5 people have died while crossing English Channel, hours after UK approved deportation bill

Migrants died crossing English Channel amid UK migrant deportation bill approval.

5 migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt DW 04/23/2024

UK approved a migrant deportation bill to send people arriving on small boats to Rwanda after at least five died crossing the English Channel.

At least 5 people have died while crossing English Channel, hours after UK approved deportation bill

Migrants died crossing English Channel amid UK migrant deportation bill approval.

5 migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt DW 04/23/2024

UK approved a migrant deportation bill to send people arriving on small boats to Rwanda after at least five died crossing the English Channel.
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Germany: Police raid suspected people smugglers DW 02/21/2024

German police conducted raids in four states to combat people-smuggling gangs helping individuals cross the English Channel.
621 people crossed the channel in small boats in January 2024, prompting crackdown efforts.

5 migrants die, over 30 rescued trying to cross English Channel to UK in freezing cold

Five migrants died and a sixth was in critical condition after attempting to reach Britain from France.
Authorities are investigating the cause of death and other crimes related to the incident.
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Migrants killed during perilous sea crossing from France to UK

Five people were found dead on Sunday trying to cross the dangerous English Channel from northern France.
The deaths highlight the perils of migrant crossings from France to the UK.

French report says the UK isn't cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings across the Channel

The United Kingdom is not effectively coordinating with France to reduce the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats.
France and the UK lack balanced information and intelligence exchange, hindering their joint efforts to combat illegal migration.

The UK is not cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings of the Channel, a French report says

France criticizes the UK for lack of coordination in addressing migrant crossings in the English Channel.
The report highlights the imbalance in information and intelligence exchange between France and the UK.

The UK is not cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings of the Channel, a French report says

France criticizes the UK for lack of coordination in addressing migrant crossings in the English Channel.
The report highlights the imbalance in information and intelligence exchange between France and the UK.

Migrants killed during perilous sea crossing from France to UK

Five people were found dead on Sunday trying to cross the dangerous English Channel from northern France.
The deaths highlight the perils of migrant crossings from France to the UK.

French report says the UK isn't cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings across the Channel

The United Kingdom is not effectively coordinating with France to reduce the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats.
France and the UK lack balanced information and intelligence exchange, hindering their joint efforts to combat illegal migration.

The UK is not cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings of the Channel, a French report says

France criticizes the UK for lack of coordination in addressing migrant crossings in the English Channel.
The report highlights the imbalance in information and intelligence exchange between France and the UK.

The UK is not cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings of the Channel, a French report says

France criticizes the UK for lack of coordination in addressing migrant crossings in the English Channel.
The report highlights the imbalance in information and intelligence exchange between France and the UK.
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The UK is not cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings of the Channel, a French report says

France criticizes the UK for lack of coordination in addressing migrant crossings in the English Channel.
The report highlights the imbalance in information and intelligence exchange between France and the UK.

Sunak says UK making progress against 'small boat' migration

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said his government has made progress on limiting migration to the U.K., pointing to reductions in the number of people arriving without permission and in the backlog of asylum cases.

Migrant dies and another is in critical condition after boat partially deflates in English Channel

A boat carrying migrants attempting to cross the English Channel from France encountered difficulties, resulting in one death and one person in critical condition.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of migrants attempting dangerous sea journeys to reach Britain.
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Greens: Tory refugee values 'giant far-right foghorn'

Caroline Lucas criticised the government's attitude to helping Sudanese people, asking why there is no refugee scheme.The Green MP compared the help for the African nation to the that offered to the people of Ukraine.Rishi Sunak said he wanted to help the "most vulnerable" but help was being "absolutely hampered" by people crossing the English Channel in boats and people smugglers.

Senior Tory MP blames Home Office for small boats crisis

Failures at the Home Office are to blame for the small boats crisis, a senior Tory MP has said.Sir Bob Neill criticised Suella Braverman's planned immigration reforms for focusing too heavily on the law rather than tackling the asylum backlog.People who cross the English Channel are not going through the tribunals system quickly enough because of a lack of resources, the chair of the Justice Select Committee suggested.

Suella Braverman fails to back up criminality claim against migrants

Suella Braverman has failed to offer statistical evidence to back her claim that migrants crossing the English Channel are linked to heightened levels of criminality as the government's immigration legislation cleared the Commons.The Home Secretary said people arriving in the UK in small boats have values which are at odds with our country ahead of MPs debating the Illegal Migration Bill.

Attorney General very pleased' at lack of amendments to Illegal Migration Bill

The Attorney General must declare the Illegal Migration Bill unlawful if Rishi Sunak agrees to toughen up the controversial policy, MPs have heard.Victoria Prentis, the Government's top law officer, told the Commons she is very pleased the Bill cleared its committee stage in the Commons without amendment as she sidestepped calls to reveal her legal advice.

Key questions as Government scrambles to use RAF sites to house migrants

Asylum seekers should be offered accommodation to meet essential living needs and nothing more, the Government said, with plans to house them in barracks and barges.Here are some of the key questions around the measures set out by ministers.Q.What is the problem?Last year more than 45,000 people crossed to the UK in small boats, while 3,770 have made the journey so far in 2023.

Tory rebels expecting assurances over controversial Illegal Migration Bill

The Government is expected to defuse a Tory rebellion over the Illegal Migration Bill by offering assurances to those wanting to toughen up the controversial proposals.The legislation aims to stop people claiming asylum in the UK if they arrive through unauthorised means, including those crossing the English Channel in small boats.

Greens: Tory refugee values 'giant far-right foghorn'

Caroline Lucas criticised the government's attitude to helping Sudanese people, asking why there is no refugee scheme.The Green MP compared the help for the African nation to the that offered to the people of Ukraine.Rishi Sunak said he wanted to help the "most vulnerable" but help was being "absolutely hampered" by people crossing the English Channel in boats and people smugglers.

Senior Tory MP blames Home Office for small boats crisis

Failures at the Home Office are to blame for the small boats crisis, a senior Tory MP has said.Sir Bob Neill criticised Suella Braverman's planned immigration reforms for focusing too heavily on the law rather than tackling the asylum backlog.People who cross the English Channel are not going through the tribunals system quickly enough because of a lack of resources, the chair of the Justice Select Committee suggested.

Suella Braverman fails to back up criminality claim against migrants

Suella Braverman has failed to offer statistical evidence to back her claim that migrants crossing the English Channel are linked to heightened levels of criminality as the government's immigration legislation cleared the Commons.The Home Secretary said people arriving in the UK in small boats have values which are at odds with our country ahead of MPs debating the Illegal Migration Bill.

Attorney General very pleased' at lack of amendments to Illegal Migration Bill

The Attorney General must declare the Illegal Migration Bill unlawful if Rishi Sunak agrees to toughen up the controversial policy, MPs have heard.Victoria Prentis, the Government's top law officer, told the Commons she is very pleased the Bill cleared its committee stage in the Commons without amendment as she sidestepped calls to reveal her legal advice.

Key questions as Government scrambles to use RAF sites to house migrants

Asylum seekers should be offered accommodation to meet essential living needs and nothing more, the Government said, with plans to house them in barracks and barges.Here are some of the key questions around the measures set out by ministers.Q.What is the problem?Last year more than 45,000 people crossed to the UK in small boats, while 3,770 have made the journey so far in 2023.

Tory rebels expecting assurances over controversial Illegal Migration Bill

The Government is expected to defuse a Tory rebellion over the Illegal Migration Bill by offering assurances to those wanting to toughen up the controversial proposals.The legislation aims to stop people claiming asylum in the UK if they arrive through unauthorised means, including those crossing the English Channel in small boats.
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Cleverly: No MP would want large-scale asylum seeker accommodation in their area

A Cabinet minister has acknowledged that no MP would want a large-scale facility to house asylum seekers in their area as the Government reportedly stepped up efforts to find accommodation on ships.Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said the Government's Illegal Migration Bill is intended to speed up the system so large-scale accommodation facilities will not be needed in future.

Watch live: MPs debate Illegal Migration Bill in parliament

Watch live as MPs debate the Illegal Migration Bill as it returns to the House of Commons on Monday, 27 March.Under the policy, those who arrive in the UK illegally will be detained and promptly removed, either to their home country or a safe third country, and will not be able to return or claim British citizenship.

Cleverly: No MP would want large-scale asylum seeker accommodation in their area

A Cabinet minister has acknowledged that no MP would want a large-scale facility to house asylum seekers in their area as the Government reportedly stepped up efforts to find accommodation on ships.Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said the Government's Illegal Migration Bill is intended to speed up the system so large-scale accommodation facilities will not be needed in future.

Watch live: MPs debate Illegal Migration Bill in parliament

Watch live as MPs debate the Illegal Migration Bill as it returns to the House of Commons on Monday, 27 March.Under the policy, those who arrive in the UK illegally will be detained and promptly removed, either to their home country or a safe third country, and will not be able to return or claim British citizenship.
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Braverman slammed by Tory colleague over unreasonable' comments on migrants

Suella Braverman is facing a mounting backlash for claiming Channel migrants have values at odds with our country - including from a Right-wing Tory MP.The home secretary was criticised by backbencher Jonathan Gullis, who said Ms Braverman's comments were inappropriate and unreasonable.Mr Gullis agreed with Ms Braverman's suggestion that migrants crossing the English Channel show higher levels of criminality, despite her offering no figures to back up the claim.

Brian Eno shares new song "Who Are We": Stream

Brian Eno has released his new instrumental track, "Who Are We," the second single from his upcoming album, FOREVER VOICELESS, due out on Record Store Day.FOREVER VOICELESS serves as a companion piece to last year's FOREVERANDEVERNOMORE, Eno's first album to feature his vocals on the majority of songs since 2005.
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