£3.6m in lost Dart Charge payments kept by Government
Motorists forfeited over £3.6 million in unused Dart Charge fees over two years, with the Government retaining most funds. Discover the details and the AA's criticism.
Category : Search result: English Channel crossing
Man charged under new border law for endangering lives
A man faces charges under new border security legislation after a dangerous Channel crossing. Read the full details of the case and the government's latest crackdown.
First 2026 Migrants Arrive in UK via Channel in Freezing Cold
The first small boat migrants of 2026 have arrived in Dover, Kent, in bitterly cold weather. Read about the new Home Office powers to seize phones and the ongoing Channel crisis.
Over 800 cross Channel in record December day
A record 803 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on December 20, 2025, marking a major surge. The total for the year now stands at 41,455. Read the full analysis.
Over 41,000 cross Channel in small boats in 2025
More than 41,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel in 2025 after 803 people made the journey in 13 dinghies this weekend. Read the latest figures and government response.
Migrants use trainers to bail out sinking Channel boat
Shocking footage reveals migrants using designer trainers to bail water from a sinking dinghy in the Channel. Over 500 attempt crossings on an 'extremely busy' day. Read the full report.
14-Year-Old Footballer Killed at Burton Joyce Crossing
Joshua Travis, 14, died after being struck by a train at a pedestrian crossing in Nottinghamshire. The tragedy occurred just a day after a consultation on the crossing's closure was launched.
Boy, 14, killed at notorious Nottinghamshire level crossing
A 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper has died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire. The crossing had been subject to repeated safety complaints.
French Police to Intercept UK Migrant Boats
French authorities will begin intercepting small boats carrying migrants across the English Channel following a UK plea. The new strategy aims to tackle the dangerous crossings that have seen over 39,000 arrivals this year.
Crossing Guard Safety Crisis: 34 Killed on Duty
AP investigation reveals 230 crossing guards struck by vehicles in a decade, with many drivers avoiding charges. Discover the systemic failures and urgent calls for reform.
French police use nets to stop Channel migrant boats
French police will deploy large nets to intercept small boats in the Channel, a controversial tactic warned could cause fatalities. Read the full report on the new UK-France migration strategy.
Home Office failed to flag Channel migrant later convicted of murder
Exclusive investigation reveals Home Office officials failed to flag Channel-crossing asylum seeker later convicted of murder, raising serious questions about UK border security protocols.
Iranian man returned to France after second boat crossing
An Iranian man who made his second dangerous small boat crossing of the English Channel has been returned to France under new UK-France returns agreement, raising questions about border policy effectiveness.
Channel migrant crossings hit 4-day pause - longest in year
The English Channel has experienced its longest migrant-free period in over a year, with no crossings recorded for four consecutive days as the Home Office's intensified enforcement measures show early signs of impact.
Channel crossings surge with 900 migrants in three days
New government figures reveal a significant increase in small boat crossings, with nearly 900 migrants reaching Kent in just three days amid ongoing policy challenges.
Starmer attacks government over Channel crossings crisis
Labour leader Keir Starmer launches scathing attack on government's handling of small boat crossings amid diplomatic tensions with France over new asylum policies.
Iranian migrant deported after two weeks in UK
Exclusive: An Iranian migrant who arrived in Britain via small boat has been removed from the country after only 14 days, in what officials are calling a rapid deportation success story.
Animal Crossing Final Update: Brewster's Café & New Content
Nintendo drops the last major free update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, bringing Brewster's café, new characters, and fresh content to transform your island paradise.
Deported sex offender returns to UK on small boat
Exclusive: A convicted sex offender previously deported from Britain managed to illegally re-enter the country via a small boat crossing, raising serious questions about border security and monitoring systems.
Deported migrant returns to UK on small boat
In a stunning blow to UK border enforcement, a Sudanese migrant previously deported to France has successfully re-entered Britain via small boat crossing, exposing critical flaws in immigration policy.
ICJ: Israel's Gaza blockade illegal, must allow aid
The International Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling declaring Israel's blockade of Gaza a breach of international law and ordering immediate humanitarian aid access to the besieged territory.
Gaza ceasefire on knife-edge as fears grow
As the temporary ceasefire enters its critical phase, civilians in Gaza describe living in constant fear that fighting could resume at any moment, with many still trapped under rubble and essential supplies failing to reach those in need.
Channel migrant crossings surge despite Rwanda policy
Exclusive analysis reveals dramatic increase in small boat crossings despite government's Rwanda policy, with hundreds making the perilous journey in recent days.
Rafah Border Crossing Closed Indefinitely by Israel
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will stay closed until further notice, citing ongoing security threats and complicating humanitarian aid efforts.
Rafah Crossing Reopens for Gaza Aid Delivery
The vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has resumed operations, allowing desperately needed humanitarian aid to flow into the besieged territory after days of diplomatic deadlock.
First Gaza Aid Convoy Arrives Via Rafah Crossing
Critical humanitarian aid begins flowing into Gaza through Rafah crossing as international mediators secure temporary access amid Israel's siege and escalating civilian crisis.
Border Chief: No Quick Fix for Channel Migrant Crisis
Britain's Border Security Commander Martin Hewitt delivers sobering assessment that small boats crossing won't be solved rapidly, amid record Channel arrivals and ongoing policy challenges.
Chinese gang members enter US via southern border
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese nationals with criminal ties are exploiting border vulnerabilities to enter California, prompting national security concerns.
Gaza aid crisis deepens as crossings remain closed
Critical humanitarian situation escalates in Gaza as vital aid routes remain blocked and Israeli bombardment continues, leaving civilians in desperate need of food, water and medical supplies.
Aid trucks enter Gaza as humanitarian crisis deepens
Critical humanitarian assistance finally enters Gaza through Rafah crossing amid escalating conflict and dire shortages of essential supplies.
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