More than 2,500 migrants crossed the Channel in small boats in the first 11 days of the 'one in, one out' agreement initiated with France. This agreement allows the UK to return one migrant to France for every asylum seeker accepted. The year-to-date count stands at around 28,000, with over 50,000 since July 2024. The Home Office highlights the dangers posed by smuggling gangs, which exploit vulnerable migrants. The situation remains precarious, particularly in summer when crossings increase.
The 'one in, one out' agreement allows for each migrant returned to France to be matched with one granted asylum in the UK, aiming to manage crossings.
So far this year, approximately 28,000 individuals have reached the UK by small boats, with over 50,000 crossings since Labour took power in July 2024.
The Home Office emphasizes that people-smuggling gangs exploit vulnerable individuals for profit, showing little regard for their safety during crossings.
Rob Lawrie has reported that smugglers can overcrowd boats with up to 150 passengers, risking severe consequences including injuries and deaths.
Collection
[
|
...
]