Nearly 3,000 migrants have crossed Channel already this year
UK authorities have intercepted almost 3,000 people crossing the English Channel so far during 2022. In 2021 it took until May 13 for 3,000 migrants to cross from France.
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UK authorities have intercepted almost 3,000 people crossing the English Channel so far during 2022. In 2021 it took until May 13 for 3,000 migrants to cross from France.
Dozens of people wrapped in blankets, hats and scarves were rescued by Border Force and the RNLI after making the journey in three boats by 9am.
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More than 50 people are thought to have made the perilous journey across the English Channel this morning as temperatures remained steady at around 8C.
UK authorities intercepted 230 people - including small children spotted at the Port of Dover - who had battled wet and windy conditions on board at least seven boats.