Some 710 migrants arrived in the UK on Monday after crossing the English Channel, the highest number on a single day so far this year. It follows a spell without crossings, with no migrants having made the journey between June 1 and June 14.
Arrival Details
There were 11 boats that arrived on Monday, which suggests an average of around 65 people per boat. The cumulative number of arrivals by small boats in 2026 now stands at 9,852, according to provisional figures from the Home Office.
Comparison with Previous Years
This is down 40% on the equivalent point last year, when the total stood at 16,317. It is also 14% below this point in 2024, when the total was 11,431.
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The summer could see more and more people arrive, as warmer weather often encourages crossings.
