Woman dies in English Channel small boat crossing attempt
A woman has tragically died attempting to cross the English Channel in a small boat, highlighting the escalating migrant crisis and perilous journeys undertaken despite government warnings.
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Labour accused over border crisis as unescorted migrant boat lands
The Labour government confronts a major border security crisis as an unmanned migrant vessel lands in Kent, marking the first such incident in nearly three years and sparking fierce political criticism over immigration policy failures.
French Police with Automatic Rifles Patrol Beaches to Stop Migrants
Exclusive: French authorities intensify beach patrols in Calais and Dunkirk as migrant crossings to the UK surge. New images reveal the heightened security measures and the ongoing battle to secure the Channel.
Mahmood's Visa Threat to Uncooperative Nations on Migrants
In a bold opening move, Britain's new Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is set to wield powerful new legislation to suspend visa access for countries refusing to take back migrants arriving via small boats. This hardline strategy, inherited from the Tory pla
UK and France sign new small boats deal to boost patrols
A new multi-million pound agreement between the UK and France will see a major boost in patrols and technology to stop small boat crossings and swiftly return migrants.
1,000 Migrants Cross Channel in Day as Labour Pledge Tested
The English Channel saw a dramatic surge with more than 1,000 migrants arriving in small boats on Thursday, marking one of the busiest days of 2024. This comes just as the new Labour government pledged to end the costly use of asylum hotels, putting immed
Dover Migrant Crisis: Arrivals Surge Past 50,000
Exclusive images reveal large groups of men idling near the Port of Dover as UK small boat arrivals surpass 50,000 this year, creating a new crisis for the Labour government.
Yvette Cooper demoted after migrant policy failures
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has been moved from her role following severe criticism of her handling of the small boats crisis and the multi-million pound migrant hotel scandal, in a major Labour shadow cabinet shakeup.
People Smugglers Drugging Children on Small Boats
Exclusive report reveals criminal gangs are sedating young children with powerful antihistamines to keep them quiet during perilous Channel crossings, as crossings hit record numbers.
UK houses migrants in Essex tent camp amid Channel crisis
Exclusive: The UK government has been forced to erect emergency tented accommodation on a former airbase in Essex to house a surge of small boat arrivals, as ministers admit the asylum system is under 'enormous pressure'.
UK Plans Mandatory ID Cards for All Migrants
Exclusive: Ministers consider mandatory biometric IDs for all migrants in the UK, sparking fierce debate over efficacy and civil liberties. Could this be the solution to the Channel crisis?
Pro-migrant flag organiser jailed for smuggling plot
The organiser of a pro-migrant flag campaign on the White Cliffs of Dover has been sentenced to three years for his role in a foiled people smuggling operation across the English Channel.
Cooper slams Farage and Badenoch over migrant rhetoric
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper accuses Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch of exploiting the small boats crisis with inflammatory language, warning it undermines national security and public trust.
Small Boats Surge: Govt Accused of Dodging Scrutiny
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper launches a scathing attack on the government's handling of the migrant crisis as new figures reveal a sharp rise in Channel crossings, accusing ministers of avoiding accountability.
70 Migrants Dead in English Channel Boat Tragedy
In one of the worst Channel disasters, a migrant boat bound for the UK capsizes, claiming dozens of lives. French authorities launch a major search and rescue operation as the UK government faces renewed pressure over its small boats policy.
Cooper: Govt's Secret France Deal 'Dangerous Incompetence'
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper launches a scathing attack on the government's 'secret deal' with France, warning of a summer surge in Channel crossings and accusing ministers of a catastrophic failure in border security.
Archbishop condemns Farage's 'un-Christian' migrant rhetoric
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has launched a scathing critique of Nigel Farage's inflammatory language on immigration, labelling it 'un-Christian' and a betrayal of British values of compassion.
Best Small Car 2024 UK: The Ultimate Test Winner Revealed
Our expert team has put every major small car through its paces. Discover which model triumphed as the best small car for value, style, and driving fun in our definitive 2024 review.
Nigella Lawson's Favourite Sydney Deli Closes After 13 Years
Sydney's iconic Small's Deli in Darlinghurst, a celebrated haunt of foodies and chef Nigella Lawson, has served its final sandwich. Owners Ben and Lisa Small announce their emotional farewell, citing a perfect storm of rising costs and the desire for a ne
Farage's 'Sadist Showman' Stunt Sparks Fury Over Migrant Video
Nigel Farage faces a firestorm of criticism after a controversial campaign video targeting small boat migrants was branded 'racist' and a 'cynical ploy' by rivals and campaigners. The Reform UK leader is accused of putting political spectacle ahead of gen
Farage Slams Starmer Over Soaring Channel Crossings
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage accuses PM Keir Starmer of creating de facto open borders as migrant Channel crossings hit record highs, vowing to make immigration a key election issue.
UK detains 1,000+ migrants in 24 hours as boat crossings surge
UK authorities detain over 1,000 migrants in 24 hours amid a dramatic surge in Channel crossings, straining processing facilities and igniting political debate over immigration policy.
Farage Unveils Mass Deportation Plan, Tories Cry Copycat
Nigel Farage unveils Reform UK's controversial strategy for mass deportations and a migrant freeze, as the Conservatives claim the policy has been 'wholesale copied' from their own manifesto, igniting a fierce pre-election battle on immigration.
Albanian people smuggler jailed for Channel crossings
An Albanian people smuggler has been sentenced to three years in prison for trafficking migrants across the English Channel. The case exposes the inner workings of criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable individuals, as the UK government faces ongoing pressu
PM's 'Legalistic' Migration Stance is Failing Britain
Exclusive: The head of a leading foreign policy think-tank delivers a damning critique of the Prime Minister's narrow, legalistic approach to the migration crisis, arguing it is crippling Britain's global standing and requires a bold, strategic overhaul.
Starmer: Sunak Just 'Tinkering' On Broken Asylum System
Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer launches a scathing attack on PM Rishi Sunak's revamped asylum strategy, branding it mere 'tinkering' as court backlogs soar and hotel use for migrants continues. Exclusive analysis reveals the deepening crisis.
Jenrick axes asylum hotels in protest-hit areas
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick orders immediate closure of asylum hotels in areas with community tensions, as government faces pressure over small boat crossings and £8 million daily hotel bill.
Farage's Reform UK Plans Mass Deportations for Boat Migrants
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party unveils a radical new policy to deport asylum seekers who arrive via small boats, challenging the government's Rwanda plan and igniting a fierce immigration debate.
UK Accused Over Child Asylum Seeker Detention in France
Exclusive investigation reveals unaccompanied child asylum seekers bound for the UK are being routinely detained by French police in controversial 'waiting zones', raising serious human rights concerns.
Labour accuses Home Office of 'shameful' data cover-up
Labour's Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper demands answers as leaked documents reveal the Home Office may have suppressed critical data on small boat arrivals, sparking a major political row.
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