Rishi Sunak's Warning
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has urged peers to think about "protecting innocent lives" as the Channel sees a record number of boat crossings this year.
Channel Crossings Update
On Monday, 401 illegal migrants arrived in just seven small boats, with an average of 57 people crammed into each dinghy. Since October 2022, over 40,000 migrants have crossed the Channel.
Political Backlash
The House of Lords has dealt blows to the deportation plan, with Downing Street criticizing the delays caused by amendments. The back-and-forth between the Commons and the Lords continues.
Urgent Calls for Action
No10 is pushing for flights to Kigali to take off as a priority, urging peers to cooperate to prevent perilous journeys across the Channel. The government emphasizes the need to protect innocent lives.
Recent Crossings
Good weather has led to a surge in Channel crossings, with 728 migrants making the journey in 48 hours. The total crossings this year have surpassed last year's numbers.
Response from Officials
Officials claim that deals with Albania and France have helped reduce boat crossings. However, former Home Secretary Priti Patel calls for more action from the French to combat smuggling gangs.
Opposition's Criticism
Labour's Yvette Cooper criticizes the Prime Minister for failing to deliver on promises to curb boat arrivals, with over 40,000 arrivals during his time in office.
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