A record number of migrants crossed the channel today, with more than 300 exploiting calm seas and warm weather to arrive on beaches on the south coast. With “absolute mayhem” described in the Channel, about 25 boats crossed packed with men, women and children. Dozens of exhausted migrants were later seen arriving in Kent after making the 21-mile journey. In images that will further call into question the government’s strategy for stopping crossings, migrants were seen in groups on beaches and wading through water before collapsing and sitting on rocks near Dover. About 25 boats packed with migrants arrived on the south coast today STEVE FINNThe record number of arrivals will increase pressure on the home secretary to tackle the issue as Conservative MPs warned of the anger in their constituencies.

Source: The Times September 02, 2020 11:03 UTC