Illegal Boat Migrants Crossing English Channel

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The new Labour Party government in the UK faces criticism as over 3,000 illegal boat migrants crossed the English Channel from France since coming into power. The government is being questioned on its ability to address the issue.

Key Points

  • Over 3,000 illegal boat migrants crossed the English Channel since the new Labour Party government took office
  • Criticism on government's ability to 'stop the boats'
  • Calls for tougher measures to address the issue

Pros

  • Government commitment to addressing people smuggling gangs
  • Increased focus on border security

Cons

  • Criticism for not addressing financial support to France for patrolling migrant hotspots
  • Opposition calling for tougher measures like using Royal Navy to return migrants