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Record-Breaking Migrant Crossings in 'Mega-Dinghies' Raise Alarm in English Channel

A record 230 people crossed the English Channel in a single boat, highlighting a concerning shift in migrant smuggling tactics towards larger vessels. The Home Office has condemned these 'reckless' methods, noting increased pressure from French authorities.

10 Aug, 12:23 — 10 Aug, 12:23
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Arrival of 230 people in single boat shows gangs’ ‘reckless’ tactics, says Home Office

People smugglers are using larger vessels as pressure from French authorities makes it more difficult to launch crossings

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