Record Numbers
More than 2,000 illegal migrants have arrived on small boats this year, with 290 crossing the Channel in five dinghies on Sunday alone.
Government Response
Rishi Sunak is working to organize deportation flights to Rwanda in an effort to deter small boat journeys, as the annual figure hits 2,006.
Public Debate
During radio interviews, Sunak faced criticism for alleged neglect of concerns about RAF base Scampton being used to house asylum seekers.
Government's Stance
Sunak emphasized the need to prevent illegal arrivals by passing the Rwanda Bill in Parliament, aiming to alleviate pressure on local areas to accommodate migrants.
