The total number of people arriving in the UK via small boats increased significantly in 2024, rising to 36,816, up 25% from 2023.
The year 2024 marked the second-highest number of crossings since 2018, reflecting ongoing issues surrounding immigration policies and legal challenges.
Despite efforts by the government under Rishi Sunak and former home secretary Suella Braverman, attempts to curb small boat crossings faced legal and political setbacks.
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