In 2025, arrivals in the UK after crossing the English Channel have surpassed 25,000, a 51% increase compared to the same time last year. The total number so far stands at 25,436, marking a record in terms of timing since data collection began in 2018. Despite government measures aimed at reducing crossings, the numbers continue to rise. The implementation of a one in, one out deal with France is pending, and further actions include new sanctions to target smuggling operations.
The number of people arriving in the UK after crossing the English Channel in small boats has surpassed 25,000, a 51% increase from last year.
In total, 25,436 individuals have made the crossing in 2025, marking the earliest point this milestone has been reached since records began in 2018.
Ministers have introduced measures including a returns deal with France and new sanctions targeting those involved in Channel smuggling to combat rising crossings.
The pilot for the one in, one out returns deal with France has not yet started, despite announcements regarding various strategies to curb irregular migration.
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