Thu Sep 05 14:56:56 UTC 2024: – A migrant’s boat capsized in the Channel, leading to the deaths of 12 people including women and children
– Despite the tragedy, more migrants are still attempting the perilous journey
– One survivor, Daoud, recalled the terrifying moment when the boat sank and said he has attempted the crossing seven times before
– The number of migrants arriving in the UK by small boats has increased, with an average of 51 people per boat
– There have been 2,683 arrivals in the past nine days, the highest in any nine-day period so far this year
– Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper have called for renewed efforts to end the tragic crossings
– More than 30 people have died in Channel crossings so far this year
I survived Channel tragedy… but I’d risk it again to reach Britain: Migrant who escaped death describes horror when boat ripped – as 257 more people arrive in the UK
I survived Channel tragedy... but I'd risk it again to reach Britain: Migrant who escaped death describes horror when boat ripped - as 257 more people arrive in the UK
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