A total of 28,395 immigrants crossed the English Channel in 2021 in small boats bound for the UK, according to UK Home Office data.
This balance indicates a An increase of about 20,000 compared to 2020, Despite the efforts of the authorities to deal with the dangerous crossing of the channel.
According to the data, the number of migrants arriving on the southeast coast of the UK increased significantly last November, with an estimated 6,869, mainly between the 10th and 16th of that month.
On November 11, a record day, 1,185 immigrants crossed the canal In 33 boats. Days later, on November 24, 27 people were killed Then the boat on which they were traveling sank.
Secretary of State for Immigration Tom Bursklov highlighted the government’s efforts to reform the immigration system and the struggle against people who are financially profitable by crossing canals for immigrants.
Pursklov added Law of Nationality and Boundaries, Which is encouraged by the administration, will introduce penalties against those who facilitate illegal entry into the UK.
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