More than 250 people crossed the Channel yesterday as criticism grows about the Government’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda in an effort to dissuade the small boat crossings.
More are likely to attempt the crossing today after nearly 500 people braved the journey yesterday and on Friday
On Thursday, the Royal Navy took over ‘operational command’ of handling migrants crossing the Channel as part of another Government shake-up which will see the planned transfer of asylum seekers to Rwanda. A MoD spokeswoman said the patrol vessels are being used to bolster the capability in the Channel until ‘more appropriate’ boats are sourced.
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