Yvette Cooper highlighted that despite small boat crossings being 20% higher than last year, proactive measures are in place to reduce the asylum backlog, inherited from prior governance that 'crashed' the system.
Cooper stated that had current approaches not changed, the UK would have faced its worst year for migrant crossings, indicating a need for immediate interventions against rising numbers.
During her interview, Cooper emphasized the importance of tackling criminal gangs profiting from border issues, describing the perilous situation for migrants crossing the Channel and the overarching risks to lives.
She stressed the formation of a joint unit across the Foreign Office and Home Office, which aims to enhance focus on small boat crossings, seeking stronger returns agreements with source countries.
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