France is contemplating new measures to stop migrant boats in shallow coastal waters heading to Britain, amidst rising irregular migration pressures. Traditionally, French authorities only intervened to prevent boats from leaving on land, with limited action at sea, primarily for emergencies. As smugglers adapt tactics, specifically 'taxiing' migrants to boats offshore, the UK has urged Paris for more action amid political pressure. The French interior ministry aims to evolve its rules to permit intervention at sea, hoping to finalize an action plan by summer ahead of a summit with the UK.
France's consideration to stop migrant boats in coastal waters aims to address the rise in irregular migration to Britain, but raises safety and legal concerns.
Paying smugglers thousands, migrants take dangerous trips across the Channel. France has intervened mainly on land, but wants to evolve rules to stop boats at sea.
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