Enver Solomon, chief executive of the Refugee Council, said: "The record number of deaths in the Channel this year should serve as a stark reminder that the current approach is not working. More safe and legal routes are needed to provide a lifeline for those fleeing war and persecution. The government needs to take a different approach if it is to ensure everything possible is done so that 2025 does not see a repeat of last year's devastating loss."
A Home Office spokesperson remarked: "Every life lost at sea is a tragedy, which is why our efforts are focused on saving lives, as well as protecting our borders. The people smuggling gangs only care about profit and we are seeing their behaviour adapt, with more people crammed into flimsy and dangerous boats. Our joint work with France in preventing crossings is about stopping people putting themselves and others at risk."
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