A British couple was fined £1,500 for an illegal migrant who hid on their vehicle from France to the UK. The couple had notified the police of the migrant, but were still fined by the Home Office. The incident reflects the ongoing illegal migrant crisis in the English Channel.
Key Points
British couple fined £1,500 for illegal migrant who hid on their vehicle
Home Office accused couple of negligence despite notifying police of migrant
Ongoing increase in illegal crossings in the English Channel
Pros
Highlighting challenges faced by individuals inadvertently involved in illegal immigration cases
Cons
Failure of UK governments to effectively address the illegal migrant crisis
Disproportionate fines imposed on individuals trying to do the right thing