More than 800 migrants cross Channel in December record
Summary
Over 800 migrants crossed the English Channel in a single day, setting a new December record. The total number of migrants crossing in 2025 has reached 41,455. UK authorities are working with other countries and taking measures to address illegal migration.Key Facts
- More than 800 migrants crossed the Channel to the UK on one day, the most in December in recent years.
- The total number of migrants crossing the Channel in 2025 is 41,455.
- The English Channel is known to be a dangerous and busy area for shipping.
- Migrant crossings were delayed due to 28 days of bad weather, leading to a backlog.
- The UK government has removed nearly 50,000 people who were in the country illegally.
- A new German law will penalize people smugglers with up to 10 years in prison.
- The UK and Germany are working together on illegal migration and information sharing.
- Migrants often come from poor or unstable regions and seek asylum in the UK.
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