Terrorist convict jailed after second illegal UK boat entry
Rebwar Hamad, convicted of terrorism in Italy, has been sentenced to over two years for illegally entering the UK by small boat. Read the full details of the case.
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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.
France to intercept migrant boats after UK pressure
French police will begin intercepting migrant 'taxi boats' at sea following pressure from the UK Government. Read the full story on the new Channel crossing strategy.
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.
Bronze Age boats found in Cambridgeshire after 3,000 years
After a 13-year conservation, three Bronze Age log boats discovered near Whittlesey are set for public display at Flag Fen. Discover the secrets they reveal about ancient fenland life.
Bronze Age boats discovered in Cambridgeshire on display
Three Bronze Age log boats, preserved for over 3,000 years, will be displayed at Flag Fen Archaeology Park. Discover the story of these ancient vessels.
Ancient log boats discovered after 3,500 years in mud
Three rare Bronze and Iron Age log boats, preserved in mud for over 3,000 years, are now on public display at Flag Fen, revealing unique insights into prehistoric life and transport.
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.
Salvini Demands Italian Government Resign Over Migration Crisis
Matteo Salvini launches blistering attack on Italian government as migrant numbers surge, threatening political stability ahead of European elections
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.
Labour's Mahmood: Channel Crossings System Failing
Shadow Justice Secretary calls for immediate government action on small boat crossings, describing current approach as 'unacceptable' and demanding proper processing of asylum claims.
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.
1,011 migrants cross Channel in single day - record 2024 tally
UK Border Force faces unprecedented surge as 15 small boats carrying migrants make dangerous Channel crossing, putting immense pressure on Rishi Sunak's immigration pledge ahead of general election.
Trump Proposed US Navy Sink Migrant Boats
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly suggested a radical plan to Grant Shapps: using US naval forces to attack migrant vessels in the English Channel, raising profound defence and ethical concerns.
Trump Urged UK To Use Royal Navy Against Migrant Boats
Exclusive: Former US President Donald Trump has reportedly urged senior UK politicians to deploy the Royal Navy to intercept and turn back migrant vessels in the English Channel, a radical policy shift that would mark a dramatic escalation of Britain's im
First UK-Rwanda Deportation Flight Takes Off
The UK government has launched its controversial Rwanda deportation scheme, with the first flight carrying asylum seekers departing from a Ministry of Defence airfield. The move, a cornerstone of PM Boris Johnson's immigration policy, faces fierce legal c
First Small Boat Migrant Returned to France in Landmark Deal
In a historic first, a migrant who crossed the Channel in a small boat has been returned to France under the UK's new bilateral agreement, signalling a major shift in immigration enforcement.
Two dead after migrant boat incident off Dorset coast
A major rescue operation unfolded off the Dorset coast after a small boat carrying migrants got into difficulty. Two people have died and a third is in a critical condition in a Bournemouth hospital.
Yvette Cooper blasts Tory 'gimmicks' on border security
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper delivers a powerful rebuke of the Conservative government's immigration record, pledging a major crackdown on smuggling gangs and a new Border Security Command under a Labour government.
Channel Migrants Outnumber British Armed Forces
Exclusive analysis reveals the number of illegal migrants crossing the Channel has now exceeded the total strength of the UK's Royal Navy, Army, and RAF combined, raising profound questions about border security and national sovereignty.
Kent Police Ramp Up Patrols Amid Surge in Channel Crossings
Exclusive: Kent police and Border Force escalate operations amid a significant increase in small boat migrant crossings in the English Channel. New government measures face scrutiny as arrivals continue.
Five dead, including child, in Channel migrant boat tragedy
Five people, including a young child, have died after a small boat carrying over 100 migrants capsized in the English Channel. The UK Coastguard and French navy launched a major rescue operation in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Channel Migrant Boat Tragedy: Five Dead Including Children
Tragedy strikes the English Channel as a small boat carrying migrants capsizes, leaving five people dead, including two children. French authorities launch a major search and rescue operation amid growing concerns over dangerous crossings.
Labour to Scrap Rwanda Scheme, Unveils New Immigration Plan
Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils Labour's comprehensive plan to tackle illegal immigration, including scrapping the costly Rwanda scheme, establishing a new returns unit, and strengthening border security to clear the asylum backlog.
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.
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.
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