UK hits record high in monthly illegal migrant arrivals

The UK Home Office reported that 5,417 illegal migrants entered Britain through the English Channel in October, a record number over the past two years.

On Thursday, October 31, alone, 230 people entered Britain illegally, marking a significant rise in unlawful crossings.

This brings the total number of migrants crossing the Channel to the UK in 2023 to 30,661 individuals.

A UK Home Office spokesperson emphasized the goal to prevent dangerous journeys in small boats that endanger lives and compromise border security.

A recent study published on October 8 found that Britain hosts the largest number of illegal migrants among European countries.

The study, led by researchers at Oxford University, estimates that between 594,000 and 745,000 illegal migrants currently reside in the UK, roughly 1% of the population.

The Home Office spokesperson accused human trafficking gangs of exploiting migrants solely for profit, with no regard for their lives.

Reports indicate that traffickers charge migrants thousands of euros per person for illegal passage from France to the UK in small boats.

The UK government remains determined to curb illegal migration, despite recent policy shifts. The issue reflects a broader, growing global displacement crisis.

Addressing the complex causes of migration, such as conflict and climate change, alongside stringent border policies, may prove essential for long-term solutions.

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