The government will allocate an additional £100 million to deter Channel crossings, which includes a new agreement with France and funding for up to 300 more National Crime Agency officers. This investment will also support the development of new technology and equipment for intelligence-gathering targeting people-smuggling operations. In 2025, over 25,000 individuals have crossed the Channel in small boats, setting a record. Meanwhile, protests regarding asylum seeker housing have escalated, leading to arrests and confrontations in various locations.
Ministers will spend an extra £100m on measures to deter Channel crossings, including a one in, one out returns agreement with France, the Home Office has said.
The money will fund up to 300 more National Crime Agency officers, new technology, and equipment to enhance intelligence on people-smuggling gangs.
Figures showed more than 25,000 people arrived in the UK via small boats in 2025 so far, a record for this point in the year.
Protests outside hotels housing asylum seekers escalated over the weekend, with clashes between protesters and counter-protesters leading to multiple arrests.
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